Acts of the General Assembly of the state of Georgia, passed in Milledgeville, at an annual session in November and December, 1859 [volume 1]

Acts of the General Assembly of the State of Georgia Georgia Law, Georgia Georgia. Acts and resolutions of the General Assembly of the State of Georgia MILLEDGEVILLE: BOUGHTON, NISBET BARNES 18591100 English

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ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, PASSED IN MILLEDGEVILLE, AT AN ANNUAL SESSION IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER, 1859. 18591100 18591200 PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY MILLEDGEVILLE: BOUGHTON, NISBET BARNES, STATE PRINTERS. 1860. PRINTED AT THE FEDERAL UNION OFFICE, MILLEDGEVILLE, GEORGIA.

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TABLE OF TITLES, DIVISIONS AND SUB-DIVISIONS. PART 1. PUBLIC LAWS. TITLE I.AGRICULTURE. TITLE II.APPROPRIATIONS. TITLE III.ATTORNEYS. TITLE IV.BANKS AND BANKING. ART. I.GENERAL LAWS. ART. II.PRIVATE CORPORATIONS. TITLE V.BOUNDARY. TITLE VI.CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS. TITLE VII.CONVEYANCES. TITLE VIII.COUNTY OFFICERS. TITLE IX.EDUCATION. ART. I.STATE UNIVERSITY, ART. II.COLLEGES, ART. III.COMMON SCHOOLS. TITLE X.ELECTIONS. TITLE XI.EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, GUARDIANS, TRUSTEES AND ORDINARIES. TITLE XII.INSURANCE COMPANIES. TITLE XIII.JUDICIARY. I.SUPERIOR AND INFERIOR COURTS. ART. I.CIRCUITS AND SESSIONS, ART. II.ACTION, PROCEEDINGS AND PARTIES, ART. III.EXEMPTIONS FROM LEVY AND SALE, ART. IV.JURORS, ART. V.SECURITIES AND ENDORSERS, ART. VI.SLANDER. II.COURTS OF SPECIAL JURISDICTION. ART. I.CITY COURT OF SAVANNAH, ART. II.JUSTICES COURTS. TITLE XIV.LEGISLATURE.

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TITLE XV.LIEN. TITLE XVI.PEDDLERS. TITLE XVII.PENAL LAWS. ART. I.AMENDMENTS TO CODE, ART. II.OTHER ACTS. TITLE XVIII.PENITENTIARY. TITLE XIX.RAILROADS. TITLE XX.ROADS, BRIDGES AND FERRIES. TITLE XXI.STATE FOUNDRY. TITLE XXII.STATE OFFICERS. TITLE XXIII.SLAVES AND FREE PERSONS OF COLOR. TITLE XXIV.TAX LAWS. TITLE XXV.VOLUNTEER MILITARY COMPANIES.

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PART II. LOCAL AND PRIVATE LAWS. TITLE I.ACADEMIES, COLLEGES, COMMON SCHOOLS, TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN, C. ART. I.ACADEMIES, ART. II.COLLEGES, ART. III.COMMON SCHOOLS ART. IV.TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN, TITLE II.APPROPRIATIONS. TITLE III.CHURCHES AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. ART. ICHURCHES, ART. II.CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS, TITLE IV.CITIES AND TOWNS. TITLE V.CORPORATIONS. ART. I.AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES, ART. II.FIRE COMPANIES, ART. III.GAS COMPANIES, ART. IV.INSURANCE COMPANIES, ART. V.INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONS, ART. VI.LUMBER DRIFTING ASSOCIATIONS, ART. VII.MANUFACTURING COMPANIES. ART. VIII.MINING COMPANIES. ART. IX.SAVINGS, BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONS. TITLE VI.COUNTY LINES. TITLE VII.COUNTY OFFICERS. TITLE VIII.COUNTY REGULATIONS. TITLE IX.COUNTY SITES. TITLE X.EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND GUARDIANS. TITLE XI.INTERNAL TRANSPORTATION. ART. I.RAIL ROADS, ART. II.STEAM NAVIGATION, ART. III.TELEGRAPH COMPANIES, ART. IVTURNPIKE COMPANIES. TITLE XII.MONUMENT. TITLE XIII.LAND. ART. I.GRANTS, ART. II.HEAD RIGHTS. TITLE XIV.PARDONS. TITLE XV.PATROLS. TITLE XVI.PEDDLERS. TITLE XVII.RELIEF. TITLE XVIII.ROADS AND FERRIES. ART. I.ROADS, ART. II.FERRIES. TITLE XIX.TAX. TITLE XX.VOLUNTEER COMPANIES.

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EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT, Milledgeville, Georgia, Jan. 3rd, 1860. SIR: In order to avoid unnecessary expense to the State, and in conformity with previous custom, you are authorized, in compiling and preparing for publication the Laws passed at the late Session of the General Assembly, to cause to be abbreviated, in the printing, the enacting and repealing clauses, when to do so, will not, in the least, affect [Illegible Text] true meaning of the Acts. JOSEPH E. BROWN, Governor. Col. V. A. GASKILL, Compiler. STATUTES OF GEORGIA, PASSED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF 1859. PART I.PUBLIC LAWS. TITLE I. AGRICULTURE. SEC. 1. Freight on lime. (No. 1.) An Act to regulate the freight of Lime for Agricultural purposes, when transported on the Western Atlantic Railroad. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be the duty of the Managers of the Western Atlantic Railroad, to transport Lime for Agricultural purposes, by the car load, from any depot on said road to Atlanta, from the first day of May to the first day of August, of every year, or at any other time not conflicting with the interest of said road, at a rate not exceeding three cents a bushel; Provided, connecting Roads at Atlanta, will transport Lime for Agricultural purposes, at corresponding low rates, and give the Governor of the State notice thereof, with consent to be bound permanently by such rate; and provided, that any connecting Road, at Atlanta, that fails to give such notice and consent, shall not be entitled to the benefits hereby intended to be secured to the Agricultural interests contiguous to such Roadpermanence and security being essential to any policy to improve the Agriculture of the State. Freight on lime over the State Road. Provisos. SEC. 2. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 12, 1859.

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TITLE II. APPROPRIATIONS. Sec. 1. Governor's salary; Salaries of State House Officers: Additional to Comp'r General; Salaries of Secretary's Ex-Dep't; Messenger to Ex-Dep't; Salaries of Att'y and Sol'tors General; Salaries of Judges of Supreme Court; Salaries of Judges of Sup'r Courts; Salaries of Reporter of Supreme Court. Sec. 2. Fees of Attorney and Solicitors General. Sec. 3. Contingent fund; Printing fund; Military Store Keeper at Savannah; App'n to buy arms, c.; Chaplain of Penitentiary; Taking care of Halls of State House. Sec. 4. Salary of Sup't and resident Physician of Lunatic Asylum, in 1860; Pay of other officers, servants, c., of Asylum, for 1860, subject to supervision of Governor; For support of pauper patients in the Asylum; Proviso; Report of Sup't; Patients from other States; $5,000 to buy provisions for Penitentiary. Sec. 5. Pay of State House Guard in 1860; For increase of State Library in 1860; To Clerk of Supreme Court for stationery, c.; State House Clock. Sec. 6. Pay to Howell Cobb for Statutes and Forms; Pay to Codifiers of Laws; To B. B. De Graffenried as Clerk to Codifiers. Sec. 7. Salary to Sup't of Military Institute; Salary of Prof. Richard Brumby. Sec. 8. Pay to Surveyor engaged in running and marking the boundary line between Ga. and Fla.; To Col. D. C. Campbell, as special Agent to Fla. Sec. 9. Pay of fees to Counsel in case in Supreme Court of the U. S. Ala. vs. Ga., as to boundary. Sec. 10. Per diem pay of President of the Senate, and Speaker of the House; Mileage; Per diem pay of Members of the General Assembly: Mileage; Proviso; Senator from Emanuel allowed full pay. Sec. 11. Salaries of Secretary of the Senate and Clerk of the House for 1860; Proviso; Duties; Pay to Sec'y and Ass't Sec'y of the Senate and to Clerk and Ass't Clerk of the House; Pay to certain Clerks; All other Clerks; Additional pay to George Hillyer; To James A. Pringle; To Jackson T. Taylor for extra services; And to Thos. W. J. Hill $300. Sec. 12. To Secretary of the Senate and Clerk of the House for contingent expenses; Per diem pay of Messengers and Door Keepers; Pay for lighting chandaliers; To Wm. B. Terhune for lapsed appropriation of 1857. Sec. 13. Pay to pro tem President and Speaker; Pay to certain visiting Committees. Sec. 14. Support of pupils of Academy for the Blind; Proviso. Sec. 15. Certain appropriations not to revert. Sec. 16. Pay to certain visitors of State University; $3,90 refunded to Chairman of certain Committee. Sec. 17. Appropriation to John T. Smith. Sec. 18. Jesse Oslin. Sec. 19. Rev. Dr. Higgins. Sec. 20. Wm. McCaw. Sec. 21. Col. R. L. Hunter Sec. 22. R. H. Ramsay. Sec. 23. $6,000 for the Asylum for the Blind. Sec. 24. $4,000 for furniture. Sec. 25. Governor to draw his warrant for the same. Sec. 26. Authorizing certain advances to members; To State Printers. (No. 2.) A Act to appropriate money for the support of government, for the political year eighteen hundred and sixty, to make certain special appropriations, and for other purposes therein named. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the following sums of money be, and the same are hereby appropriated, to the respective persons and objects hereinafter named, viz:

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The sum of four thousand dollars to His Excellency the Governor, as his salary for the year 1860, and the further sum of sixteen hundred dollars each to the Secretary of State, Comptroller General, Treasurer, and Surveyor General, for the year 1860, and the further sum of four hundred dollars to the Comptroller General, for extra official labor, performed by him in preparing his report, not required by law, but eminently useful to the citizens of Georgia. Governor's salary. Salaries of State House officers. Additional to Comp'r Gen. And the sum of twelve hundred and fifty dollars, each, to the Secretaries, (not exceeding three,) employed in the Executive Department, for the year 1860. Salaries of See'ys Ex. Dept. And the sum of six hundred dollars to pay the Messenger to the Executive Department, for the year 1860. Messenger to Ex. Dept. And the sum of two hundred and twenty-five dollars, to each, the Attorney General and Solicitors General, for the year 1860. Salaries of Atty and Sols Gen. And the sum of thirty-five hundred dollars, each, to the Judges of the Supreme Court, for their salaries, for the year 1860. Salaries of Judges of Supreme Ct. And the sum of eighteen hundred dollars to each Judge of the Superior Court, whose commission bears date prior to the 22nd December, 1857. And the sum of twenty-five hundred dollars to each Judge of the Superior Court, whose commission bears date, since 22nd December, 1857. Salaries of Judges of Sup'r Courts. And the sum of one thousand dollars is hereby appropriated to pay the salary of Reporter of decisions of the Supreme (Court?) for the year 1860. Salary of Reporter of decs. of Supreme Court. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized, from year to year, in future, to draw his warrant upon the Treasury, from time to time, for such sums as may become due, under existing laws, to the Attorney and Solicitors General, as fees, on account of services performed, for the State, in the Supreme Court, in criminal cases. Fees of Atty and Sols Gen 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the sum of sixteen thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, as a contingent fund, for the year 1860. Contingent fund for 1860. And the sum of ten thousand dollars be appropriated, for a printing fund, for the current year; and that in case of a deficiency in this appropriation, the Governor is hereby authorized to draw his warrant upon the Treasury for the deficit, to be paid out of any money in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated. Printing fund for 1860. And the sum of two hundred dollars is hereby appropriated, to pay the Military Store Keeper, at Savannah, for eighteen hundred and sixty; and that the sum of seventy-five thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, for the purpose of purchasing arms and accoutrements, for the Volunteer Military Companies of this State, to be expended by his Excellency the Governor, in his discretion, as he may deem necessary; said arms, when procured, to be deposited in the arsenal of the State, and given out to the various Military Volunteer Companies of the State, on their giving bonds with good security, to be signed by the commanding officer, or, (in case of incorporated Companies,) signed in the corporate name, for

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the return of said arms, in good order, to the State, on the disbandment of said Companies. Pay of Military Store Keeper at Sav. Appropria, to buy arms, c. Where deposited. How distributed. And the sum of one hundred and fifty dollars, to pay the Chaplain of the Penitentiary, for the year 1860. Chaplain of [Illegible Text] And the sum of fifty dollars to some suitable person, selected by the Governor, to keep clean, scour, air the chambers, and dust the carpets, c., of the Senate Chamber, and Representative Hall, for the year 1860. Pay for taking [Illegible Text] of Halls of State House in 1860. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the sum of twenty-four hundred dollars be, and is hereby appropriated, to pay the salary of the Superintendent and resident Physician of the Lunatic Asylum, for the year 1860. Salary of [Illegible Text] and Resident Physician of Lunatie Asylum in 1860. And the further sum of ten thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, for the payment of the Trustees, attendants, servants' hire, Treasurer, and subordinate officers, for the year 1860: Provided, that so much is found necessary by his Excellency the Governor, to whom, quarterly reports of the expenditures shall be made. Pay of other officers, servants, c., of Asylum for 1860, subject to supervision of Gov. And the further sum of fifteen thousand dollars, for the support of pauper patients in said Lunatic Asylum, for 1860, is hereby appropriated: Provided, that so much may be necessary, to be adjudged of by the Governor, to whom, quarterly returns shall be made: Provided further, that the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized to require the Superintendent of the Lunatic Asylum, to state in his annual report, the items and amounts received from pay patient in said Asylum, and a full account current of his receipts and expenditures connected with the institution: And provided further, that in no case shall a pay patient from a sister State, be received into said Asylum, when by receiving such pay patient, there is not sufficient room and accommodation for all the pauper patients of this State that may hereafter apply by their friends, for admission into said Asylum. For support of pauper patients in the Asylum. Proviso. Report of Supt. Patients from other States. And the further sum of five thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated to purchase provisions for the inmates of the Penitentiary, for the year 1860. $5000 to buy provisions for Penitentiary. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the sum of twelve hundred dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to pay the State House Guard, for the year 1860, and the sum of eight hundred dollars, to pay the salary of the State Librarian, for 1860. Pay of State House Guard in 1860. And the further sum of one thousand dollars is hereby appropriated, to be used, if necessary, by his Excellency the Governor, for the increase of the State Library, in selecting and purchasing such books as he may deem advisable, for the year 1860. For increase of State Library, in 1860. And the further sum of one hundred dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to pay the Clerk of the Supreme Court for the correction of errors, for stationery and advertising notice of the meeting of said Court, in the year 1860. To Clerk of Supreme Court for stationery, c And the sum of fifty dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to pay for the repairing and keeping in order the State House clock, for the year 1860. State House Clock. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the sum of twelve thousand

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dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to pay Howell Cobb, of Houston, balance due him on State's subscription to his Statutes and Forms. Pay to Howell Cobb for Statutes and Forms. And that the sum of three thousand dollars each, per annum, be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to the Hon. David Irwin, Thomas R. R. Cobb, Esq., and Col. Richard H. Clark, the Commissioners elected to codify the laws of Georgia; and that His Excellency the Governor, be authorized to draw his warrant upon the Treasury for such portions of said salary, as in his judgment may be due said Commissioners, as they progress with the work. Pay to Codifiers of Laws. Advancem'ts may be made to Codifiers. And the sum of thirteen hundred dollars, per annum, is hereby appropriated, to B. B. DeGraffenreid, Esq., as Clerk to said Commissioners, for such period as he shall be engaged in the work, not to exceed two years. To B. B. deGraffenreid, as Clerk to Codifiers. 7. SEC. VII. And the further sum of twenty-five hundred dollars is hereby appropriated, to pay the salary of the Superintendent of the Georgia Military Institute, at Marietta. Salary of Superintendent of Mil. Ins. And the sum of fifteen hundred dollars is hereby appropriated, to pay the salary of Prof. Richard Brumby, in said Institute, who was employed this year, under the joint resolution of the last Legislature; which employment is only to be continued to the end of this year, unless Prof. Brumby will look to the income of the Institute for his salary, in future. Salary of Prof. Rich'd [Illegible Text]. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That so soon as the survey of the Florida and Georgia lines is completed, the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized to draw his warrant upon the Treasury, in favor of Prof. Gustavus I. Orr, who has been appointed Surveyor on the part of Georgia, for such sum as may be agreed on, as reasonable compensation for his services, and for all expense attending the survey, with the privilege to make such reasonable advances to Prof. Orr, as part of this appropriation, as the Governor may deem just and proper, as an outfit to defray expenses, which is to be accounted for on final settlement. Pay of Surveyor engaged in running marking the boundary line between Ga. and Fla. That the sum of three hundred dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to Col. David C. Campbell, as a compensation for his services as the special agent appointed by the Governor under a resolution of the present General Assembly, to visit the State of Florida, for the purpose of negotiating with the Governor of Florida, relative to the difficulties growing out of the boundary dispute between Florida and Georgia; and that the Governor do draw his warrant upon the Treasury, in favor of Col. Campbell, for that sum. To Col. D. C. Campbell as special agent to Fla. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized to draw his warrant upon the Treasury, for such sum as may be necessary to pay all Counsel fees, and to defray all the expense attending the litigation now pending in the Supreme Court of the United States, between the State of Alabama and the State of Georgia, for the settlement of the boundary line between the two States. Pay of fees to [Illegible Text] in case in Supreme Court of U. S; Ala vs, Ga. as to boundary. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the sum of ten dollars, each, per day, be paid to the President of the Senate and the Speaker

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of the House of Representatives, during the present session of the General Assembly, and the sum of four dollars for every twenty miles of travel, going to, and returning from the seat of Government, the distance to be computed by the nearest route usually travelled, not including Rail Road or Steamboat travel; the sum of six dollars, each, per day, to the members of the General Assembly, during the present session, and four dollars, each, for every twenty miles travel, going to, and returning from the Capitol, under the same rules which apply to the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House: Provided, that no member shall receive pay for the time he may have been absent without leave, except on account of sickness of himself or family; that the Senator from Emanuel be allowed full pay from the beginning of the session. Per diem pay of President of Senate and Speaker of House. Mileage. Per diem pay of members of General Assembly. Mileage. Proviso. Senator from Emanuel allowed full pay 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That the Secretary of the Senate and Clerk of the House of Representatives, each, be paid the sum of five hundred dollars for the year 1860. Provided, that no warrant shall issue in favor of either, until his Excellency the Governor, shall have satisfactory evidence, that they have respectively made, or caused to be made, and attached to the journals of their respective Houses, a good and sufficient index, and shall have carefully marked and filed away all reports of Standing Committees, and all other papers of importance connected with either House. The sum of seven dollars per day each to the Secretary and assistant Secretary of the Senate, the Clerk and assistant Clerk of the House of Representatives. The sum of seven dollars per day to one journalizing and two recording Clerks, and the chief enrolling and engrossing Clerks of each House, and the sum of six dollars per day, each, to all other Clerks of either House, for the time they have been actually employed, which shall only be allowed them, upon the certificate of the Secretary or Clerk, or Chairman of a Committee, stating that he required their services, and that they were actually performed; and no Clerk beyond the number fixed by law, shall be paid, who was not employed with the consent of the Senate or House of Representatives. That the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars, be and the same is hereby appropriated, as additional compensation, to George Hillyer, the assistant Clerk of the House of the Representatives, the same to be drawn on the warrant of the Speaker of the House of Representatives; and the like amount to James A. Pringle, assistant Secretary of the Senate, to be drawn under the warrant of the President of the Senate. That the sum of three hundred dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to Jackson T. Taylor, to compensate him for extraordinary services rendered the House of Representatives, during the present Session; and to Thomas W. J. Hill, Journalizing Clerk of the Senate, the like sum of three hundred dollars; and that the Governor be authorized to draw his warrant for the same. Salaries of [Illegible Text] Senate and Clerk Honse for 1860. Proviso. Duties. Pay to See'y and asst. See'y, of Senate, and to Clk. and asst. Clk. House. Pay to certain Clerks. All other Clerks. Addi'l. pay to Geo. Hillyer; to Jas. A. Pringle. to Jackson T. Taylor for extra services; and to Thos. W. J. Hill [Illegible Text]. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the sum of fifty-dollars each, to the Secretary of the Senate and Clerk of the House of Representatives be, and the same is hereby appropriated,

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to defray the contingent expenses of their respective offices the present Session of the Legislature; and the sum of seven dollars per day, be paid to each of the Messengers and Doorkeepers of the Senate and House of Representatives, the present Session of the General Assembly. And the sum of fifty dollars is hereby appropriated, to pay for cleaning, lighting, and keeping in order the Chandeliers of the Senate Chamber, and Representative Hall, during this Session of the General Assembly; and that the sum of fifty dollars be appropriated to Wm. B. Terhune, which sum was appropriated by the general appropriation act of 1857 to him, as Secretary of the Senate, for contingent expenses, and has reverted to the State, on account of his failure to draw the same from the Treasury. To See'y of Senate and Clk of House for conting't expenses. Per diem pay of Messeng'rs and Door Keepers. Pay for lighting Chandeliers. To Wm B Terhnne for lapsed appropriation of 1857. 13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That seven dollars per day be paid to the President of the Senate pro tem, and the Speaker of the House, pro tem; and that the further sum of six dollars each be appropriated to pay the expenses incurred by the following Committee, that visited the Asylum for the Blind the present Session of the General Assembly, to-wit: Pay to pro tem Prest. Speaker. Pay of certain Visiting Committees. Messrs. Jones of Mitchell, Gay of Colquitt, Joyner of Miller, Edmondson of Brooks, Settle of Monroe, Young of Irwin, Knowles of Calhoun, Clarke of Elbert, Scott of Putnam, Barkesdale of Lincoln, Sims of Wilkes, Lockett of Bibb, Harper of Henry, Pitts of Macon co., Smith of Twiggs, Tracy of Bibb, and Hill of Sumter. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the sum of five thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to support the pupils of the Georgia Academy for the blind, during the current political year; and that the Governor be authorized to draw his warrant upon the Treasury in favor of the Trustees of said Academy, for the said sum of money. Support of pupils of Academy for the Blind Provided, That the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized to require the Trustees of said Academy, to make semi-annual reports to him, of the expenditures connected with said Institution. Proviso. 15. SEC. XV. And be it further enacted, That no sum of money heretofore appropriated, and that no sum by this act appropriated for the construction of any public work, or as a compensation for any public service, shall revert to the Treasury on account of failure to draw it till the end of six months after the work, or service, is fully completed. Certain appropriations not to revert. 16. SEC. XVI. And be it further enacted, That fifty dollars each be appropriated to pay Thomas L. Cooper, M. J. Wellborn, and William H. Hunt, the only visitors appointed by his Excellency, the Governor, to attend the examination of the Senior Class of Franklin Cellege, who performed that service. Also, that the sum of three dollars and ninety cents, be appropriated to refund to the Chairman of the Joint Committee to make arrangements for Thansgiving Daybeing the amount paid out by said Chairman. Pay to certain visitors to State University. $3,90 refunded to Chairman of certain committee.

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17. SEC. XVII. And be it further enacted, That his Excellency the Governor, be authorized and required, to draw his warrant on the Treasury, for such sum as he may deem sufficient, (not exceeding five hundred dollars,) to pay John T. Smith, for superintendding and arranging the standard of weights and measures, furnished to the several counties of this [State?] during the present year. Appropria'n to John T. Smith. 18. SEC. XVIII. And be it further enacted, That the sum of five dollars, be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to Jesse Oslin, for extra services as Messenger of the House of Representatives. Jesse Oslin. 19. SEC. XIX. And be it further enacted, That the sum of one hundred dollars, be appropriated to Rev. Dr. Higgins, of Columbus, to defray his expenses to and from the Capital, in accordance with a Resolution of the General Assembly, to preach the Thanksgiving Sermon; and that the Senator from Muscogee be authorized to receipt for, and receive the same. Rev. Dr. Higgins. 20. SEC. XX. And be it further enacted, That the sum of ten dollars and seventy cents, be appropriated to William McCow, the taxes overpaid by him, into the State Treasury in 1854, and that the Governor draw his warrant for the same, in favor of S. F. Alexander, Senator, from the county of DeKalb; which said appropriation was made at the Session of 1855-6, and reverted to the Treasury by reason of its not having been called for within the time allowed by law. Wm McCow. 21. SEC. XXI. Be it further enacted, That the Governor is hereby authorized and requested, to draw his warrant on the Treasury, in favor of R. L. Hunter, for such sum as may be proper, to compensate said Hunter, for services rendered in paying off the members of the Legislature, and performing such other duties as may devolve upon him during the illness of the Treasurer. Col R L Hunter. 22. SEC. XXII And be it further enacted, That the sum of four hundred and fifty nine dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to the payment of R. H. Ramsay, Building Commissioner of the Lunatic Asylum, for the year 1859. R H Ramsay. Assented to 15 December, 1859. (No. 3.) An Act, to appropriate money to defray the expenses of the pupils of the Georgia Academy for the Blind, and to provide furniture, apparatus and books for said Academy. 23. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the sum of six thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated to defray the expenses of the pupils of the Georgia Academy for the Blind, from November (1st) first, (1859) eighteen hundred and fifty-nine, to November (1st) first, (1860) eighteen hundred and sixty. $6000 for the Blind. 24. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the further sum of four thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated to provide necessary furniture, apparatus and books, for the new building of said Academy. $4000 for furniture. 25. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Governor be,

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and he is hereby authorized and required, to draw his warrant on the State Treasury, in favor of the Trustees of said Academy, for the said sums of money appropriated as aforesaid. Governor to draw his warrant for the same. APPROVED, December 17th, 1859. (No. 4.) An Act to authorize the State Treasurer to make certain advances. 26. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Treasurer be and he is hereby authorized to pay to the members of the present General Assembly and officers of the same, an amount corresponding to the last Sessionwhen the members or officers shall apply, at the per diem allowed at the last Session, any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Advances to members. Be it further enacted, That the sum of four thousand dollars, be, and is hereby appropriated as a part of the printing fund for the year 1859, and the Treasurer be and he is hereby authorized to pay the same to Boughton, Nisbet Barnes, the State Printer, upon the warrant of his Excellency the Governor. Advances to State Printers APPROVED, November 16th, 1859. TITLE III. ATTORNEYS. SEC. 1. Fees allowed Attorney General and Solicitors General on Peace Warrants. SEC. 2. Repealing clause. SEC. 3. Ordinaries may take fees in certain cases. SEC. 4. Repealing clause. SEC. 5. Act of 21 Feb. 1850, repealed. SEC. 6. Repealing clause. (No. 5.) An Act to allow the Attorney General and Solicitors General a fee in cases of Peace Warrants. WHEREAS, it is doubtful whether the Attorney General and the Solicitors General are entitled, under present laws, to any fee for attending to Peace Warrants, some of the Judges of the Superior Courts holding that they are, and some that they are not, for remedy whereof: Preamble. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the Attorney General and the Solicitors General of the several Judicial Districts of this State, shall be allowed a fee of five dollars for each defendant in a Peace Warrant tried or disposed of by the Court; the fee to be paid by the party against whom the Court shall award judgment. Fees allowed Atty. and Solicitors General on Peace warrants. 2. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Repealing clause. Assented to, 13th Dec., 1859.

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(No. 6.) An Act to declare the true intent and meaning of the twelfth [20th?] section of an act entitled an act, to carry into effect the amended Constitution in reference to Ordinaries of said State, and for other purposes, assented to January the twenty-first, eighteen hundred and fifty-two. * * For Act of Jan. 21, 1852, see Acts of 18512, p. 97, Sec. XX. SUPREME COURT DECISION.The 20th Sec. of the Act of 21 Jan. 1852, (of which act the above is amendatory,) was construed by the Supreme Court, in the case of Massy vs Calhoun, to preclude an Ordinary from taking a fee as Attorney at law, with others, in a case or matter submitted to them by a person who claimed to be entitled under a will, to a share of an estate, even though no judicial proceedings in reference to the matter had been instituted in the Ordinary's Court, on the ground that the question thus submitted to them was a matter connected with the Court of Ordinary, as the very question might come before that Ordinary, judicially. XXVI Ga. Rep. 127. 3. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That said act shall not be construed so as to prevent the Ordinaries of this State and their partners from practicing or being retained as counsel, in any case in the Courts of Ordinary of any county other than the county for which he is the Ordinary, nor from prosecuting or defending any case in the Superior or Inferior Courts of this State not originating in the Court of which he is Ordinary, although such case may be for or against any Executor, Administrator or Trustee who may have received his, her, or their appointment from, and be liable to make his, her, or their returns to such Ordinary. Ordinaries may take fees as atty's, at Law, in certain cases. 4. SEC, II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Repealing clause. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. (No. 7.) An Act to repeal an act entitled, an act to regulate the testimony of Attorneys at Law, and for other purposes. 5. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the act to regulate the testimony of attorneys at law, approved Feb. (21), twenty-first, (1850) eighteen hundred and fifty, be, and the same is hereby repealed; * * For Act of 21 Feb., 1850, see Acts of 1849-50, p. 46. SUPREME COURT DECISION.An Attorney at Law, who is called on to write a bill of sale for a negro, is not prohibited by the statute from giving evidence of a conversation between the parties in relation to the contract. XXIV, Ga Rep. 454. An Attorney employed in a case, may, when it is relevant, be examined as to the amount of his fee, and the terms on wh ch it is to be paid. Id. 461. The Act prohibiting Attorneys at Law from testifying in certain cases, (Act of 21 Dec., 850,) does not apply where the fact to which the evidence refers, occurred in another case. XXVI. Ga. Rep. 479. Nor does that Act extend to the Attorney General.XXVI, Ga. Rep. 714 Act of 21 Feb. 1850, prohibiting Atty's. at Law from being witnesses in certain cases, repealed. Provided nevertheless, than no Attorney at Law shall be allowed to give evidence of any fact or admission, or confession, which has come to his knowledge by the admission or confession of the opposite party after he has been employed as counsel in the case. Proviso. 6. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Repealing clause. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1859.

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TITLE IV. BANKS AND BANKING. Article I.General Laws. Article II.Private Corporations. ARTICLE I. GENERAL LAWS. Section 1. 8th, 9th and 10th sections of act of 22d Dec., 1857, construed. Section 2. Repealing clause. Section 3. 2d section of act of 22d December. 1857, amended. Section 4. Repealing clause. (No. 8.) An Act, amendatory of the Act of 1857, entitled An act to provide against the forfeiture of the several Bank Charters in this State, on account of non-specie payment for a given time, and for other purposes therein named; and declaratory of the true intent and meaning of certain sections of the same. * * For act amended by this Act, see Laws of 1857, pages 26, 27, 28 and 29. 1 Section I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, nothing contained in the 8th, 9th and 10th sections of the above recited Act, shall be construed to restrict the several Banks of this State, to a rate of seven per centum, per annum, in the discount or purchase of foreign bills, which it is hereby declared and enacted may be discounted or purchased by said Banks, at their true market value; provided, that the rate of discount shall not in any case, be greater than seven per centum per annum, and the additional rate of the cost of transporting specie from the point at which the bill of exchange may be payable to that at which the same was discounted, or purchased; Provided, that the foreign bill so purchased, or sold, is a bona fide commercial bill, and is not a loan or accommodation, by the Bank; Provided, that the exchange purchased or sold, is legitimate commercial exchange, and the transaction is not in substance, or in fact, a loan, or mere acommodation, in which the law is attempted to be evaded by resorting to the form of a bill of exchange, foreign bill, or draft; and provided further, that every transaction intended as a loan, or accommodation, in which more than seven per centum, per annum, is taken either directly or indirectly, by resorting to the form of a bill of exchange, foreign bill, or draft, shall be illegal and void, and is hereby declared to be in violation of the true intent and meaning of the act of 1857, before referred to. Secs. 8, 9 and 10 of Act of 22d Dec. 1857, construed. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Repealing clause. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859.

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(No. 9.) An Act to amend the second section of an Act, entitled an act, to provide against the forfeiture of the several Bank Charters in this State, on account of non-specie payment for a given time, and for other purposes therein named, passed 22 d Dec., 1857. * * See note to preceding Act. 3 SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That when any Bank or Banks, now incorporated, or which may hereafter be incorporated in this State, shall refuse or fail to pay specie for any of its bills, notes, or drafts, or other writing, for which they may be bound to pay money, when demanded by any individual, or individuals, shall be liable to suits thereon, in any of the Courts of Law or Equity in this State; and such individual or individuals, in addition to the principal of such notes, drafts, or other writings, for which they may be bound to pay money, and the lawful interest thereon, shall receive twenty-five per cent damages, for such refusal or failure upon the amount so refused, or failed to be redeemed in specie; and it shall be the duty of all juries trying such cases, to find a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, against such Bank or Banks for the principal, interest and damages herein provided for; and all judgments rendered in such cases, shall be collected by execution thereon, in specie only. Sec. 2d of act of 22d Dec. 1857, amended. 4 SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. ARTICLE II. PRIVATE CORPORATIONS. Section 1. Name of Planters and Mechanics Bank, change to Bank of Whitfield. Section 2. Charter of Planters Bank extended. Section 3. Name of Mechanics' Savings' Bank changed to Farmers and Mechanics' Bank. Section 4. Bank of Fulton. (No. 10.) An Act to change the name of the Planters' and Mechanics' Bank of Dalton. * * For Act chartering the Planters' and Mechanics' Bank of Dalton, see Acts of 1853 and 1854, 188. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the name of the Planters and Mechanics' Bank of Dalton, be, and the same is hereby changed and altered to that of the Bank of Whitfield; Provided, that nothing in this Act shall be construed so as to affect, alter or impair any contract made with said Bank, or any liability heretofore incurred by it. Name of Planter's and Mechanics Bank of Dalton changed. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. (No. 11.) An Act to extend the Charter of the Planters' Bank of the State of Georgia, and to continue the rights granted by existing acts, to the said Bank; and for other purposes therein named. * * The Planters' Bank of the State of Georgia, was incorporated 19th December, 1810. Prince's Dig. 56charter amended, 3d December, 1811. Prince's Dig. 57, and by Rule 15, in section VIII, was to continue till 1st January, 1841. By Act of December, 23d, 1836, the Charter was extended twenty years longerto 1st January, 1861; and by this Act it is further extended to 1st January, 1881. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Charter of the Planters' Bank of the State of Georgia, is hereby declared to be prolonged

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and extended for and to the end of twenty years from the day before the expiration of its present extended charter. Charter of Planters' Bk. extended. SEC. II. All and every, the act and acts of the General Assembly of this State, relating to the said Planters Bank of the State of Georgia, be, and the same are hereby declared to be continued and in force, for and during the said extended Charter. Former acts of force. SEC. III. The persons and property of the Stockholders, for the time being, in said Planters' Bank, shall be pledged and bound, in proportion to the amount of the shares that each individual, or company may hold in said Bank, for the ultimate redemption of the Bills or Notes issued by, or from said Bank, during the time he, she or they may hold such Stock, in the same manner as in ordinary Commercial cases, or simple cases of debt. Liability of Stockholders. 3. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 5th, 1859. (No. 12.) An Act to alter and change the name and style of the Mechanics' Savings' Bank, to the corporate name and style of the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank, and for other purposes connected with said change of name and style. 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the first Monday in June next, the body politic and corporate, existing in Savannah, under the laws of this State, by the name and style of the Mechanics' Savings Bank, shall be known and called by the name and style of the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank; and all the rights, privileges and immunities whatever, now enjoyed by said body politic and corporate, shall continue unaltered and unimpaired, except in respect of the name hereby altered and changed. Name of Mechanics Savings Bk. changed. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That every contract of any nature or kind whatsoever, entered into by said body politic and corporate, whether obligatory on said Company, or to be performed and executed by any person or persons or corporate body to said body politic and corporate, shall, after the day aforesaid, although made in the name of the Mechanics' Savings' Bank, be held and esteemed, in Law or Equity, as made in the name of the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank, and be sued and served accordingly. Former contracts still binding. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Bank Notes or Bills of said Company, issued or to be issued under the name of the Mechanics' Savings' Bank, or the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank, shall be binding upon said corporate body, after the said first day of June next, by its new name of the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank; and said corporate body may continue to issue Bills and Notes under the name of the Mechanics' Savings Bank, notwithstanding the change of name, until the first day of January, eighteen hundred and sixty-one; provided, nothing herein shall be so

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construed as to impair, in any way, any contract or agreement made or entered into by, or with, said Company by its original or newly acquired name. Bank notes issued or to be issued, still binding on the corporation under the new name. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That all suits now pending, or hereafter to be commenced, by or against said Bank, by the name of the Mechanics' Savings Bank, shall be prosecuted to final judgment and execution, in and by said name, notwithstanding the change of name; and after the said first day of June next, all suits by or against said company, shall be instituted and carried on in the name of the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank, whether on contracts, promises and agreements made by that name or the name Mechanics' Savings Bank. [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text] SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. * The Mechanics' Savings Bank, was incorporated by Act, approved January 18th, 1854. See Acts of 1853-4, 174. (No. 13.) An Act to repeal the second section of an act, entitled an act to repeal the nineteenth section of an act to incorporate a Bank in the City of Atlanta, to be called the Bank of Fulton; and for other purposes therein named, assented to the 11 th day of December, 1858. * * See Acts of 1858, p. 23. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the (said second?) section of the above recited act be, and the same is hereby repealed. Bank of [Illegible Text] charter amended. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. TITLE V. BOUNDARY. Section 1. Survey of Boundary line between Georgia and Florida. Section 2. Titles to lands along the line. Section 3. Settlement of criminal prosecutions growing out of disputes about boundary line. Section 4. What to be done in event Flerida fails to recognize line now being run. (No. 14.) An Act to recognize under certain circumstances, the boundary line between the States of Georgia and Florida, as the permanent boundary, affirming titles to land on either side of the line and directing Criminal prosecutions in Georgia to be Nolle Prosequi. SECTION 1st. Be it enacted, c., That if the State of Florida shall duly recognize, and by Law declare the line now being run by the Joint Survyors of Florida and Georgia, that is to say, the first line run by them, from the Western to the Eastern designated terminus, as the permanent boundary line between the two States: that the

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said line is hereby recognized, adopted, and declared, on the part of Georgia, as the true and permanent line of boundary; Provided nevertheless, on the Eastern terminus, it does not depart exceeding one-fourth of a mile from Ellicott's mound. Survey of Boundary line between Georgia and Florida. SEC. 2d. And be it further enacted, That if the State of Florida shall pass Laws, or procure from the Congress of the United States the passage of Laws affirming and quieting in bona fide holders, the titles to land held under patents from the United States, and which, when the boundary line shall be established and recognized by the two States, shall fall under the jurisdiction of Georgia, that the State of Georgia, does hereby affirm to bona fide holders of all lands held under grants issuing from the State of Georgia, their titles to the same Provided, any lands so held, when the boundary line shall be established and recognized, shall fall under the jurisdiction of Florida. Titles to land along the line. SEC. 3d. And be it further enacted, That His Excellency the Governor be, and he is herby requested to cause all criminal prosecutions growing out of controversies on the line of the disputed boundary, anterior to the final settlement of the boundary line, to be Nolle Prosequi in any of the Courts of Georgia, in which such prosecutions have been, or may hereafter be instituted. Settlement of crimn'l, cases growing out of disputes as to boundary line heretofore. SEC. 4th. And be it further enacted, That if the State of Florida shall fail to recognize the line now being run by the Surveyors, as the true and permanent boundary line, it being then the duty, of the Surveyors to run and re-run the line, until they shall strike a straight line from the mouth of Flint River to Ellicott's mound, that then, this line, thus designated and marked by them, is hereby recognized and declared as the permanent boundary line between the States of Georgia and Florida. * * This survey is now being made by the Surveyors of the two States, in pursnance of a resolution passed by both branches of the General Assembly of this State, at the session of 1857, and subsequently ratified by the Legislature of Florida. See Act of 1857, p. 326. What to be done in event Fla. declines to recognize the line now being run. SEC. 5th. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1859. TITLE VI. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS. Section 1. County of Wilcox attached to 2d Congressional District. (No. 15.) An Act to add the county of Wilcox to the 2 d Congressional District. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the county of Wilcox shall be included in the 2d Congressional District. Wilcox Co. added to 2d Con. District. 2. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 3d, 1859. In the Act authorizing the laying out of the county of Wilcox, it was omitted to State to what Congressional District the county would belong. See Acts of 1857, p. 46.

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TITLE VII. COVEYANCES. SEC. 1. Certain deeds made by Executors and Administrators declared valid. SEC. 2. Deeds made during adverse possession not to be held void. (No. 16.) An Act to make valid certain sales of real estate heretofore made by Executors, Administrators and Guardians of this State. WHEREAS, it was formerly the custom of many Executors, Administrators, and Guardians, of this State, through a misapprehension of the law, to effect private sales of real estate, and advertise and expose to public sale the same for the purpose of perfecting titles, which sales have been declared by our Courts to be illegal, thus opening the door to interminable litigation, inequitable and unjust, therefore: Preamble. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That all sales of real estate, heretofore made by any Executor, Administrator, or Guardian, of this State, by private contract, and afterwards advertised, and exposed to sale at public outcry for the purposed of perfecting titles, be, and they are hereby legalized, and made valid, unless attacked for fraud. Certain deeds made by Exr's. and Admr's., declared valid. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 17.) An Act to declare the law in regard to deeds to land, made during adverse possession. * * This statute repeals the old English statute of of 32, Henry VIII, as to bracery and the buying of titles. For that act, see Schley's Digest of English statutes of force in Georgia, 191. SUPREME COURT DECISIONSThe Decisions of the Supreme Court of Georgia, have been somewhat conflicting as to whether the Statute of 32d Henry VIII, was of force in this State. In the VI Ga. Rep. 382, that statute was declared of force, again in the viii, 70 in the xviii, 192, the same doctrine was maintained; but in the xx, 189, though former decisions were adhered to nominally, a doubt was expressed by two Judges then presiding, whether or not the statute of 32 Henry VIII, was of force in Georgia. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the the passage of this act, no deed to lands, hereafter to be made, shall be withheld from the jury, or be held to be null and void, by any Court of this State, in consequence of the existence of adverse possession of the lands by said deed conveyed, at the time of making such deed; any law, usage or custom to the contrary, notwithstanding. Deeds made during adverse possession not to be held as null and void. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859.

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TITLE VIII. COUNTY OFFICERS. SEC. 1. Duties of County Treasurers prescribed. SEC. 2. Orders to be recorded by Treas'r. SEC. 3. Certain burial expenses allowed Coroners, to be paid out of county funds. (No. 18.) An Act to define and enlarge the duties of Treasurers of the several counties of this State. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be, and it is hereby made the duty of the several County Treasurers of this State, to purchase and keep a book, in which, they shall record all orders, contracts, and liabilities of their respective counties, and exhibit the same to the Grand Jury, at each term of the Superior Court, Certain duties prescribed to county Treasurers. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That it is hereby made the duty of the Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts, to transmit all orders passed by their respective courts, to the Treasurers for record; and the Inferior Court is hereby authorized to allow to said Treasurers a just and reasonable compensation for the additional labor required by this act. Must record orders. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1759. (No. 19.) An Act to provide compensation to Coroners, for burial expenses, for persons only, [ over? ] whom they may by law, be compelled to hold an inquest, and whose Estate may not be sufficient to pay such expenses. WHEREAS, The amounts now provided by law, for the burial of such persons, over whom it is the duty of the Coroners in this State to hold Inquests, and whose estates are insufficient to pay the same, is found to be wholly inadequate to meet such necessary expenses, and whereas, there is no law providing for the same, for remedy whereof. Preamble. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Coroners shall be, and they are hereby allowed the sum of fifteen dollars for furnishing Coffin and burial expenses of all insolvent persons, which they may hereafter be required to bury; to be paid out of the county Treasury, by order of the Justices of the Inferior Court, of such county, for that purpose. Coroners to be allowed pay for burying paupers. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859.

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TITLE IX. EDUCATION. Article I.State University. Article II.Colleges. Article III.Common Schools. ART. I.STATE UNIVERSITY. SEC. 1. Senatus Academicus abolished. SEC. 2. Duty of Boad of Trustees. SEC. 3. Gov. to lay report of Trustees before General Assembly. SEC. 4. Powers of Board of TrusteesBoard of Visitors, c. (No. 20.) An act to abolish the Senatus Academicus, * * The Senatus Academicus was first established by act of Jan. 27 1785, (Cobb's Dig, 1083) and was composed of the members or a majority of them, of the joint Boards of Visitors and Trustees of the State University. By act of 23d December, 1839, (pamph. 209,) nine Trustees of the University together with the Senate, in joint session with that body, were to constitute the Senatus Academicus. This ancient Aegis of our State University, held its last session, at the Capitol, in Milledgeville, on the 3d, 4th and 5th of November, 1859, having existed, under various modifications upwards of seventy years. to give its powers to the Board of Trustees of the University, of Georgia, and to vest the Government of said University in said Board of Trustees. WHEREAS, Experience has shown that the body known as the Senatus Academicus, on account of the hurried manner in which its sessions are generally held, has a tendency to defeat, rather than promote the objects for which it is designed, therefore, Preamble. The Senate and House of Representatives of the State of Georgia in General Assembly met, do enact as follows: 1. SEC. I. From and after the passage of this act, the body known as the Senatus Academicus of the State of Georgia, shall be abolished, and all its rights, powers, duties and privileges, shall be given to the board of Trustees of the University of Georgia, in whom alone shall be vested the government of said University, subject to the General Assembly of this State. Senatus Academicus abolished. 2. SEC. II. The Board of Trustees shall make an annual report of their actings and doing to the Governor of the State. This report shall embrace a statement of the expenditures and receipts of the Board, or University, the number of Students, their names, their different studies, the amount of tuition money; and all information and suggestions which the Board may think conducive of the cause of the University, and other education of the State. Duty of Bd. of Trustees. 3. SEC. III. The said report shall, by the Governor, be laid before the annual sessions of the General Assembly as a document accompanying his annual message, with such remarks and recommendations as may seem to him fit and proper; and when the said report is laid before the General Assembly, it shall have power, if it sees proper, to revise and approve, or reject such action as has been taken by the Board of Trustees. Gov. to lay report of Bd. of Trustees before Gen. Assembly. 4. SEC. IV. The Board of Trustees shall have power to elect its own officers, such as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, or such only of these as it may require, and any and all others

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which it may deem necessary for the organization of its own body. But the Governor of the State shall appoint, annually, fifteen persons as a special Board of visitors to attend the examination of the classes of the University, preceding the annual commencement; the duty of any three or more of whom it shall be, to report to the Governor touching the character of the said annual examination. And it shall be the duty of the Governor to transmit to the General Assembly, with his annual message, the annual report of the special Board of Visitors provided for in this section. Powers of Bd. of Trustees; Board of Visitors. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. ARTICLE IICOLLEGES. SEC. 1. Money given by will or deed, to Educational purposes, how invested. SEC. 2. Governor to issue bonds for same. (No. 21.) An act to alter and amend an act, passed on the 22d day of December, 1857, entitled an act to incourage persons making a will, to provide a permanent fund for the Collegiate preparation and Education of indigent boys and young men. * * See Acts of 1857, p. 11-12. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, whenever any citizen of this State, shall by will [Illegible Text] deed, give or bequeathe any sum of money, for Educational purposes, the interest of which is alone to be used, it shall be the duty of the Governor for the time being, upon a tender of the sum so given or bequeathed in cash, to receive and cause the same [Illegible Text] be deposited in the State Treasury; and the State shall thereby become pledged for the perpetual payment of interest on said sum or sums of money, at the rate of six per cent. per annum. Money gives by will or deed for educational purposes, have invested. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Governor, for the time being, shall be authorized and required, upon the same being demandad, to issue a bond for the amount so tendered and deposited, payable to the person, body corporate, or public functionary, named and designated in said will or deed, as the beneficiary or Trustee of said fund, bearing interest at the rate of six per cent. per annum, which shall be payable semi-annually, at the State Treasnry; and said bond shall not be negotiable or transferable upon any terms whatever. The principal of said bond is never

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to be paid, but it is to constitute a perpetual fund, on which the interest alone is payable, for the purposes of Education, as specified by the donor. Governor t issue State Bonds for same. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17, 1859. ART. III. COMMON SCHOOLS. SEC. 1. How Educational Fund is to be drawn when Ordinary fails to give bond as Treasurer. SEC. 2. Ordinary of Worth county to pay John Everett, for teaching poor children. SEC. 3. Ordinaries of all counties in the State to pay for teaching poor children. SEC. 4. Expenditure of Educational fund of the State. SEC. 5. Children between 6 and 18 entitled to fund. SEC. 6. Elementary branches defined. SEC. 7. Board of Education. SEC. 8. Educational fund, how and by whom disbursed. Examination of teachers. SEC. 9. Ordinary to be Treasurer, his duties, c. SEC. 10. Treasurer refusing to pay out fund, how dealt with. SEC. 11. Treasurer in default shall pay 20 per cent on sum detained. SEC. 12. Repealing clause. (No. 22.) An Act to give to the Inferior Courts of the different counties of this State, power to appoint some fit and proper person to receive and receipt for the amount of money their respective counties may be entitled to, under the act to provide for the education of the children of this State, c., assented to December the 11 th, 1858, when the Ordinaries of said counties refuees or neglects to give bond in terms of the law. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That whenever the Ordinary of any county in the State, shall refuse or neglect to give Bond, in terms of the act to provide for the education of the children of this State, c., assented to December the eleventh, 1858, the Inferior Court of the counties shall have power and authority, to appoint some fit and proper person, to receive from, and receipt to, the Governor, for the amount the said county may be entitled to under the said act of December the eleventh, 1858; the person so appointed, giving bond and ample security, to be approved of by the Inferior Court. * * See note to Act No. 24. . How to draw common school fund when Ordinary neglects to give bond. SEC. 2nd. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to Dec. 14, 1859. (No. 23.) An Act to require the Ordinary of the county of Worth, to pay John Everett's account for teaching poor children of said county, in the year 1857 and 1858: and to authorize the Ordinaries of the several counties in this State, to pay Teachers of poor children in their respective counties, as herein specified. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Ordinary of the county of Worth be, and and he

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is hereby authorized and required, to pay John Everett his account for teaching poor children in said county, in the year 1857 and 1858, upon said account being properly proven. Ordinary of Worth county to pay acct. of John Everett. 3. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinaries of the several counties of this State, be, and they are hereby authorized and required, to pay off all arrearages due teachers of poor children in their respectiue counties, whose accounts have been returned and audited by the said Ordinaries, and which have not been fully paid, so far as they may have funds in their hands after paying off the Teachers for the present year. * * See note to next Act. How Ordinaries of all counties in State to pay for teaching poor children. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. (No. 24.) An act to alter and amend an act, entitled an act to provide for the Edacation of the children of this State, between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund, for the extinguishment of the public debt, assented to, December the 11 th, 1858. This act may be found in acts of 1858, p. 49. 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the sums of money appropriated in the above recited act for Educational purposes, and whatever sum or sums of money, may be hereafter appropriated for purposes of Education, by the General Assembly, shall be expended for said purposes, as hereinafter provided. Expenditure of school fund. 5. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the above recited act is hereby so altered and amended, as to entitle children between the ages of six and eighteen, to its benefits; and the number of children between certain ages shall be ascertained in the same manner as that of children between the ages of eight and eighteen, contemplated in the above recited act. Children between 6 and 18 entitled to fund. 6. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the word Elementary Branches, wherever occurring in the act of which this is amendatory, shall be construed to mean Spelling, Reading, Writing and Arithmetic; but children entitled to the benefits of the Public School funds, shall not be debarred from pursuing the studies of English Grammer and Geography, the tuition of which shall be paid for out of said funds, provided, said tuition shall not exceed the rates of sixteen dollars per annum. Elementary branches defined. 7. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That in each county in this State, there shall be a Board of Education; which Board shall consist of the Justices of the Inferior Court, the Ordinary, and some other person to be selected by said Justices of the Inferior Court and Ordinary, having reference to his proficiency in the Elementary Branches upon which teachers are now or shall be required to be examined; and a majority of this Board, shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Board of education. 8. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of

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the said Board of Education, in each county, to disburse whatever amount of the common school fund to which the county may be entitled by law, together with any funds which may be raised by taxation, or otherwise, in such county, for Educational purposes in such way as shall, in the judgment of said Board, best promote the cause of general Education in their respective counties it shall be the further duty of said Board of Education, to act as a Board of Examiners, who may examine all teachers who participate in the public school funds, upon the Elementary Branches, also upon English Grammar and Geography, if the teacher applying for examination shall desire; and the said Board shall give the certificates now required by law, upon being satisfied, from examination or otherwise, that the said teachers are competent to teach the Elementary Branchers contemplated by this act; provided said certificates shall, in all cases where teachers propose to teach English Grammar and Geography, specify their competency to teach the same; and the aforesaid Board shall be allowed to make examinations and give certificates without taking the oath now prescribed by law. Educational fund, how and by whom disbursed; examination of Teachers, c. 9. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That the Ordinary shall be the Treasurer of the board of Education, and disburse the school funds according to their orders; said orders to be signed by a majority of the Board exclusive of the Ordinary, and they shall be kept by the Ordinary as vouchers, to be exhibited with the account of disbursements, to the Grand Jury at the Spring Term of the Superior Court of their respective counties: The said Ordinary shall give bond and good security, to be judged of by the Board, as is now required by law; and in the event the Ordinary shall refuse to act as Treasurer, or be unable to give such security, the Board of Education shall have power to select some other responsible person to act as Treasurer of said Board, who shall be required to give bond and security, as aforesaid. Ordinary to be treasurer; his duties c. 10. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That in all cases where the said Treasurer shall refuse to pay out any school funds in the manner now required by law, which may be in his hands, and complaint of such failure being known to the Board, said Board, or a majority of them, shall issue a Rule Nisi against such defaulting Treasurer, requiring him to appear before the Board within ten days, to show cause of such refusal; and upon failing to appear, or to show good and sufficient cause for such refusal, the Board shall issue Execution against such Treasurer and his securities, which judgment shall be conclusive. Treasurer refusing to pay out fund how dealt with. 11. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That any Treasurer who shall fail or neglect to pay out such money at the proper time, shall be liable to pay interest on the amount not paid out, at the rate of twenty per cent; which shall be required in the execution issued as aforesaid. * * During the Session of 1859, many local acts were passed, directing the mode of disbursing or paying out the Educational Fund, in certain counties; but it is believed that most of such acts are, in whole or in part, repealed by this general act. This act was approved 21st Dec. 1859; and all such local acts as above alluded to, having been assented to previously, so far as their provisions are in conflict with this act, are by this act repealed. Treasurer indefault, shall pay 20 per cent. on amt. detained.

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12. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to Dec. 21st, 1859. (PART OF PRIVATE ACT NO. 128.) 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the act for the relief of certain Teachers of poor children, in the county of Decatur; also, to provide for the payment of accounts of Teachers of poor children throughout the State, where such children have not been returned according to law, approved March 5th, 1856, shall be so construed and understood, as giving to Ordinaries, only the power of paying such accounts of Teachers of poor children, as therein described, out of the poor school funds which may be in their hands unappropriated for the years in which said accounts may have been made. Act of Mar. 5, 1856, construed. TITLE X. ELECTIONS. Sec. 1. Election of U S. Senators. Sec. 2. Time of holding general Elections changed, from Monday to Wednesday. Sec. 3. Election for Mayor and Council of Atlanta. Sec. 4. Time for electing county Officers, (except Ordinaries.) Judges, Superior Courts, c., changed from Monday to Wednesday. Sec. 5. Penalty prescribed for Clerks permitting ballots to be examined. (No. 25.) An Act to prescribe the time of holding elections for Senators in the Congress of the United States, from the State of Georgia. 1. SECTION. I. Be it enacted, c., That the election for Senators in the Congress of the United States, from the State of Georgia, be held by the General Assembly, during the last session of that Legislature which immediately precedes the term for which said members, respectively, are to be elected. Election of U. S. Senators. Assented to, Dec. 17, 1859. (No. 26.) An Act to change the time of holding the several elections in this State, and for other purposes. 2. SECTION. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact as follows, to-wit: All elections for members to represent this State in the General Assembly thereof, for Representatives in Congress, and for Governor of this State, shall be held, bi-ennially, on the first Wednesday in October, instead of the first Monday, as provided for by law. Time of holding general elections changed from Monday to Wednesday. 3. SEC. II. The General Assembly do further enact, That the election for Mayor and Council of the city of Atlanta, shall be held on

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the third Wednesday in January, annually, instead of third Monday, as now provided for by law. Election of Mayor and Council of Atlanta. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 12, 1859. (No. 27.) An Act to change the times of holding the elections for County Officers, Judges of the Superior Courts, Attorneys and Solicitors General, (except Ordinaries,) in this State. 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That after the year 1860, the election for all County officers, Judges of the Superior Courts, Attorneys and Solicitors General, (except Ordinaries,) now held on the first Monday in January, be held on the first Wednesday in January, in each and every year. Election of county officers, Judges Supr. Courts, c. SEC II. Repeals conflictlng laws. Assented to, Dec. 16, 1859. (No. 28.) An Act to amend the fifth section of an act passed on the 27 th January, 1852, entitled an act more effectually to prevent fraud in elections in this State, and to detect and punish the same. * * See Acts of 1851-2, p 82. 5. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the following shall be added to the fifth section of said act, to-wit: and any of the said Clerks, who shall, directly, or indirectly, permit or suffer any person or persons whatsoever, to open or examine into said envelops of tickets returned to their Offices, otherwise than as directed by said act, shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of not exceeding one hundred dollars, in the discretion of the Court; any law, usage, or custom to the contrary not-withstanding. Penalty for permitting ballots to be examined after deposited in Clk's, office. Assented to, Dec. 17, 1859.

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TITLE XI. EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, GUARDIANS, TRUSTEES AND ORDINARIES. Sec. 1. Certain letters of Administration heretofore granted, legalized. Sec. 2. Applications for probate of written wills to be made in writing c. Sec. 3. Notice of application must be given to legatees, c.; Service how perfected. Sec. 4. Will to be propounded within three months after decease of testator. Sec. 5. Testimony in probate of wills may be taken by interrogatories; Ordinary may appoint Guardian ad litem in case of Lunatics, c. Sec. 6. Right of appeal to Superior Court allowed. Sec. 7. All applications for letters of Administration must be in writing. Sec. 8. Ordinaries to keep a complete record of all letters of Administration, c. Sec. 9. This Act to take effect after 1st of May, 1860. Sec. 10. Children of intestate's nephews and nieces may inherit. Sec. 11. Names of grown persons may be changed, as well as those of children, under act of 6th March, 1856, and may be legitimatized and adopted. Sec. 12. Consent of mother sufficient in certain cases. Sec. 13. Laws of descent changed as to illegitimates. Sec. 14. Legitimates may inherit from illegitimates in certain cases. Sec. 15. Estates of orphans may be used for their maintainance in certain cases. Sec. 16. Orphan may be supported out of estate instead of being bound out. (No. 29.) An Act to make valid all letters of Administration heretofore granted by the Ordinaries' Courts, of this State, where written notice of such application has not been given at the Court House door of said county, as required by law. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That letters of Administration granted in this State, shall be held good and valid though notice of application for the same may not have been given at the Court House door as required by the act of 1799; Provided the law has been complied with in other respects. * * For Act of 1799, see T. R. R. Cobb's New Dig., 310. Granting of letters of Administration, where notice has not been given at Court house door, legalized. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 2, 1859. (No. 30.) An Act to alter and amend the several acts relative to the probate of Wills, granting letters Testamentary and of Administration, and for other purposes therein specified. 2. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That all applications for the probate of written Wills, in solemn form, shall be made in writing to the Ordinary of the county where such probate is, or may be, by law, authorized to be taken. The applicant shall state the names and residences of the legatees, devisees and heirs at law, and who, if any, are minors, so far as may be known to the applicants; and if any are unknown, either the persons

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or residences of such legatees, devisees or heirs at law, the facts relative thereto shall be fully and fairly stated in said application. Applications for probate of written wills must be made in writing. 3. SEC. II. Upon the filing of an application according to the provisions of the foregoing section, it shall be the duty of the Ordinary to issue notice, a copy of which shall be served, personally, on all such legatees, devisees and heirs at law, as may reside within the State, whose names and residences are known, twenty days before the day to be fixed by the Ordinary for the probate of said will; and the official return of any Sheriff, Goroner or Constable within the State, shall be evidence of such service; and when any of the legatees, devisees or heirs at law reside without the State, or whose names or residence may be unknown, the Ordinary shall issue a citation according to the facts of the case, which he shall cause to be published, weekly, in the public newspaper in which he usually advertises, for the space of forty days, which shall be deemed and held sufficient notice to all the parties at interest if they reside within the State of Georgia, and for ninety days if without said State, and for one hundred and eighty days, if without the limits of the United States; personal service may also be perfected by any person competent to prove the fact, or by acknowledgment of the party, in writing. Legatees, c. to be notified of the application. Service of notice, how perfected. 4. SEC. III. It shall be the duty of any executor or executors appointed by any testator to a written will, to propound the same for probate within three months from the death of the testator; and upon failure so to do, it shall be the privilege of any legatee, heir at law, creditor, or other person interested, to apply to the Ordinary of the county, where, according to law, such will should be offered for probate, and obtain an order to be directed to such executor or executors, to show cause at the next term of the Court of Ordinary for said county, why said will is not propounded; and upon the failure of such executor or executors, to propound said will, or show cause why longer time should be given, the Ordinary shall be authorized to grant the privilege of propounding such will, to the applicant or other person; personal service on such executor or executors, with a copy of the order provided for in this section, shall be given twenty days before the Court to which it is returnable; but such executor, or executors, when so notified to propound said will, for proof as contemplated in this section, shall not be compelled to prove the same in solemn form, unless so required by some one or all the parties in interest. Will to be propounded within three months after death of testator. 5. SEC. IV. It shall be lawful for the several Ordinaries of this State to authorize testimony to be taken by commission and interrogatories, according to the law, rules and regulations established for taking testimony by commission in the Superior Courts.When any minor, or minors, Lunatic, Idiot, or person non compos mentis, who has, or have no Guardian, shall be interested in any case in any Ordinary Court, or before any Ordinary in this State, the Ordinary shall be authorized to appoint a Guardian ad litem to

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represent the interest of such minor or minors, Lunatic, Idiot or persons non compos mentis. Testimony in cases of probate of wills, may be taken by interrogatories. Guardian ad litem. 6. SEC. V. When any will shall have been proved and admitted to record according to the provisions of this Act, so far as said provisions relate to the probate of wills in solemn form, the same shall be final and conclusive, Provided nevertheless, that if either party shall be dissatisfied with the decision of the Ordinary, they shall be entitled to the right of appeal, under such provisions as now are, or may be provided by law. Right of appeal to Supr. court allowed. 7. SEC. VI. All applications for administration shall be in writing, and shall show where the decedent resided at the time of his death, if known to the applicant, the probable value of his estate, and of what it mainly consists, and also that the applicant is a citizen of the United States, residing in the State of Georgia, of lawful age, and whether he applies as next of kin, creditor or friend. All applieations for letters of administration must be in writing c. 8. SEC. VII. It shall be the duty of the several Ordinaries, to make a complete record of all the proceedings, in every case, where letters Testamentary or of Administration, shall be granted under this act, commencing with the petition or application. Duty of Ordinary as to record of letters of administration c. 9. SEC. VIII. This act to go into effect from and after the first day of of May, eighteen hundred and sixty; and all laws conflicting with this act, be, and the same are hereby repealed, from the time this act goes into effect. * * As a note specially referring back to such previous legislation as may be modified or repealed by this act, would require one as long as the act itself, the Compiler would make general reference to Title Exrs, Adm's, c., in T. R. R. Cubb's New Dig., 281. Acts of 1851-2, 50, 94. Acts of 1855-6, 162. Act to take effect 1st May 1860. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. (No. 31.) An Act to amend an act, entitled an act, to amend an act entitled an act, to carry into effect the sixth section of the fourth Article of the Constitution, providing for the distribution of Intestates' estates, directing the manner of granting letters of Administration, c., approved December 12 th, 1804, * * For Act of 12 Dec. 1804, see T. R. R. Cobb's New Digest, 291. so as to embrace the child or children of intestates' nephews and nieces. 10. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, so much of the first section of the above recited act as restricts the distribution of intestates' estates among collaterals, to the child or children of intestates' brothers and sisters, be, and the same is hereby so amended, as to extend to, and embrace the child or children of intestates' nephews and nieces; and the words but no Representation shall be admitted among collaterals beyond the child or children of intestates' brothers and sisters, be changed so as to read as follows: but no representation shall be admitted, among collaterals, beyond the child or children of intestates' nephews and nieces. Children of intestates nephews and nieces may inherit. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859.

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(No. 32.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act, to prescribe the manner, in which the names of persons may be changed, and persons born illegitimate may be made legitimate, and to carry into effect the provisions of the Constitution upon that subject; and also to prescribe the manner in which children may be adopted, approved March 6 th, 1856, * * For this Act, see Acts of 1855-6, p. 260. so as to extend the provisions of the same to grown persons as well as children, and make the consent of the mother sufficient to adoption, in certain cases. 11. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That the above recited act be, and the same is hereby amended, so as to apply to the changing of names of grown persons as well as children, whenever said persons shall petition the Court for the same; and for the adoption of grown persons and legitimatizing the same, in the same way and manner as is now provided in said act for the legitimatizing and adopting children; provided, the consent of such grown person is first obtained. Names of grown persons may be changed; and grown persons legitimatized. 12. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That in all cases which have heretofore existed, or which may hereafter exist, in which the father has abandoned his wife and child or children in a destitute condition, the consent of the mother only shall be deemed necessary to the adoption of such child or children; and any child which has or may be adopted under such circumstances with the consent of the mother, shall be held and considered as legal and binding as if the father of such child or children, had consented thereto. Mother may give consent where father has abandoned his family. Former cases legalized. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. (No. 33.) An Act to alter and amend the law of descent, in cases of persons who are illegitimate, or born out of lawful wedlock, dying intestate. 13. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, when any person who is illegitimate, or born out of wedlock, and who has never been legitimatized, shall die intestate, leaving no widow, or child, or children, or descendants of a child or children, and shall leave surviving a brother or sister, or brothers and sisters of like illegitimate birth, and born of the same mother of such intestate, or descendants of such brother or sister, or brothers and sisters, and their said descendants, shall be entitled to, and inherit the estate real or personal of such intestate, under the same rules and regulations, as if said intestate, and said brother or sister, or brothers or sisters, were born in lawful wedlock. Laws of descent as to illegitimates, changed. 14. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That if such intestate shall die leaving no widow, or child or children, or descendants of a child or children, or brother, or sister so born as herein before mentioned, no descendants of such brother or sister, but shall leave a brother or sister, or brothers or sisters, born of the mother of such intestate in lawful wedlock, or descendants of such last mentioned brother or

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sister, or brothers and sisters, then and in that event, such last mentioned brother or sister, or brothers and sisters, and their descendants shall be entitled to and inherit the estate of such intestate, under the same rules and regulations as if they were in law the next of kin of such intestate. * * See T. R. R. Cobb's Dig.293-299. Supreme Court Decision:An illegitimate child fully legitimated by an Act of the Legislature, passed by the procurement of the putative father, becomes his lawful child; and such child and his lawful children, upon the death of either intestate, inherit from each other, XXV Ga. Rep. 636. When there are two sets of children born of the same mother, the one legitimate and the other illegitimate, and one of the latter dies intestate and without issue, the legitimate brothers and sisters on the maternal side, are not, by the statutes of this State, co-distributees of the estates of the deceased, with the illegitimates. 12 Ga. Rep. 332. Legitimates may inherit from illegitimates in certain cases. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1859. (No. 34.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act for the better protection and security of Orphans and their estates, approved, February 18 th, 1799. Whereas, By the fourth section of an act, approved, February 18th, 1799,* entitled An Act for the better protection and security of orphans and their estates, it is made the duty of the Ordinaries of the several counties in this State, to bind out orphans when the annual profits of their estates are insufficient for their maintainance and education, and the binding out of such orphans is frequently detrimental to their interest; For remedy whereof: Preamble. 15. SECTION 1. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the above recited act be, and the same is hereby so amended, as to authorize and empower the Ordinaries of the several counties in this State, to grant orders allowing guardians to encroach upon the principal or corpus of the estate of their wards for their maintainance and education, when the annual profits of such estates are insufficient for that purpose. Guardians may use principal of estates of orphans for their support, where interest is insufficient. 16. SEC. II And be it further enacted, Whenever the annual profits of the estate of any orphan in this State, shall be insufficient for his or her maintainance and education, the guardian of such orphans may make application, in writing, to the Ordinary of the county where his or her guardianship is located, at a regular term of the Court of Ordinary, for leave to appropriate a portion of the principal or corpus of the estate of such orphan, for his or her maintainance and education; and if upon the hearing of such application, said Ordinary shall be satisfied that the welfare and interest of such orphan will be promoted thereby, he may grant an order, authorizing such guardian to make such appropriation of such portion of such principal, for the maintainance and education of such orphan, as in the judgment of said Ordinary, will be sufficient therefor, instead of causing such orphan to be bound out as heretofore required by said recited act. But Ordinary must first grant an order authorizing it. Orphans may not be bound out. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. See T. R. R. Cobb's New Dig. 313.

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TITLE XII. INSURANCE COMPANIES. SEC. 1. Agents of Foreign Insurance Companies cannot take premiums of Insurance without getting license. Violation, $500 penalty. SEC. 2. Terms to be complied with by Agent before getting license. SEC. 3. Facts of existence of which the Commissioner shall be assured, before issuing license to Agent of Fire or Marine Insurance Co. SEC. 4. before issuing license to Agent of Life Insurance Co. SEC. 5. Duration of license. SEC. 6. Duty of Commissioner as to publication, c. SEC. 7. Fee for license. SEC. 8. Governor to appoint Insurance CommissionerTerms of office two yearsmust take an oath. SEC. 9. When Act to take effect. SEC. 10. Tax on foreign Life Insurance Companies in this State$25 tax to be paid the State annually by Agent. (No. 35.) An act to regulate the Agencies of Foreign Insurance Companies, and to provide for the appointment of an Insurance Commissioner. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That it shall not be lawful for any Agent or Agents of any Insurance Company not incorporated by the State of Georgia, to receive or receipt for any premiums of Insurance, from any person in this State, without a license from the Insurance commissioner of this State, who shall be appointed by the Governor; and if any Agent or Agents, without such license, shall receive and receipt for any such premium, he or they shall forfeit five hundred dollars, to be recovered in an action of debt by the Comptroller of the State, one-half of which shall be paid into the Treasury of the State, and the other half to the Attorney or Solicitor General of the Circuit, whose duty it shall be to prosecute the case for the Comptroller. Agents of foreign In. Companies cannot take premiums of insurance without first obtaining license. Violation, $500 forfeiture. SEC. II. Before any Agent or Agents shall receive such license, he shall comply with the following conditions: 1st. He shall present a receipt from the Comptroller, that he has paid the taxes for the preceding year, required by the Laws of the State; 2d. He shall deposit with the Clerk of the Superior Court of the county in which he may reside, a certificate of his appointment as Agent, signed by the President and Secretary, or other proper Officers of the Company, in which they shall empower him to receive and acknowledge service of process for such Company, in any suit against the Company, and shall agree to abide by the decision of such suit when service has been made on such Agent the same as if the Company were located in the county in which the suit may be instituted; and of this certificate he shall present the Commissioner a certified copy from the Clerk of theCourt; for which the Clerk shall be entitled to a fee of one dollar; 3d. He shall deposit with the Commissioner a statement, signed and sworn to by the President and Secretary, or other proper officers of the Company, containing; 1st. The amount of the capital stock; 2d. The amount paid up;

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3d. A full and particular account of the assets of the Company on the preceding 31st of December, or at the end of their last fiscal year, with the cash value of each; 4th. The amount of their expenses of every kind, for the preceding year; 5th. The particulars of their receipts and payments for the preceding year; 6th. The amount of their premiums for fire Insurance for the preceding year; 7th. The amount of their premiums for marine and inland navigation risks for the preceding year, and the portion of those that were received for risks not terminated at the end of the year; 8th. The amount of life insurance premiums received during the preceding year for whole life policies, the amount for temporary policies, and the amount for other policies, the whole amount insured and at risk on the 31st December preceding, or at the end of their last fiscal year, on temporary life policies, and the amount at risk on whole life policies issued for a single premium, or for which the Company has received a full payment, with the policy holders on the 31st of December preceding, or at the end of their last fiscal year, and the amount at risk on whole life policies for which a uniform annual, semi-annual or quarterly premium is payable, with the several years in which each portion of this amount has been issued, and the amount for each of those years, the table of premiums charged for different ages, and the average age of the insured for each year when the policies were taken; and also such particulars of all other contracts for insurance or endowments, or annuities that were in force on the thirty-first of December preceding, or at the end of their last fiscal year, as are needed to determine the present worth of these liabilties; or, instead of these requisitions, any other statement of their future liabilities that will enable the Commissioner to determine their present worth; 9th. The amount of indebtedness of the Company of every kind, except for losses by insurance; 10th. The amount of claims against the Company, known and acknowledged, whether due or not due; 11th. The amount of claims against the Company not adjusted or not acknowledged, and the amount of those that are in suit; 12th. The amount of unpaid claims against the Company, in the State of Georgia, on the 31st day of December preceding, or at the end of their last fiscal year, and the amount of these that is resisted. Conditions to be complied with before obtaining license. SEC. III. And the Insurance Commissioner shall not issue a license to the Agent or Agents of any Fire or Marine Insurance Company, unless he is satisfied that the cash value of their assets is, at least, one hundred thousand dollars over and above all the liabilities and claims against the Company and the amount needed to reinsure all their fire risk and the amount of premiums received on unterminated marine and inland navagation risk. Facts of existance of which the Commissioner shall be assured before issuing license to Agt. of Fire or Marine In. Co. SEC. IV. Nor shall he issue a license to any Agent or Agents of any Life Insurance Company, unless he is satisfied that the cash value of their assets exceeds all the dues and claims against the Company and the calculated present worth of all their future liabilites, counting the rate of mortality at twenty-five per cent above the average of the best tables, and the rate of interest at four

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per cent, and the annual expenses at the per centage paid by the Company in the preceding year. Before issuing license to Agt. of Life In. Co. SEC. V. This license should not be issued for a period longer than fifteen months, and shall always terminate on the first day of April. Duration of license. SEC. VI. It shall be the duty of the Commissioner to publish in one newspaper in every county where an Agent may reside, or if there should be no newspaper published in the county, then to publish in the newspaper nearest to such Agent, a statement of the condition of all the Insurance Companies having Agencies in the State, giving their Capital stock, the cash value of their assets, their net means after providing for all their debts, claims and liabilities, their receipts and expenses, and also the losses unpaid and resisted in this State, at the end of the preceding year. Duty of Commissioner as to publication c. SEC. VII. For the first license granted in any year, for any Company, the Commissioner shall be paid by the Agent, twenty-five dollars; and for every subsequent license for the same Company in the same year, his fee shall be two dollars. License fee. SEC. VIII. The Governor is hereby empowered to appoint some fit person as Insurance Commissioner of the State of Georgia, to grant the license and make the examinations, calculations and publications required by this act; who shall hold his office for two years; and before the issuing of any license, he shall be sworn, before some proper Officer, to the faithful and impartial discharge of the duties of his office. Gov. to appoint In. Commissionerhis term of office two yearsshall take an oath. SEC. IX. This act shall take effect and be in force, on and after the first day of January, 1860. * * Further postponed by subsequent Act. to 1st Dec. 1860. See Sec. III, of Act No. 96. When act to take effect. SEC. X. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, 12th Dec., 1859. (PART OF PRIVATE ACT, No. 220.) SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That all Agents of Foreign Life Insurance Companies taking risks upon lives exclusively, shall be, and are hereby required to make annual returns at the same time with the Agents of other Insurance Companies; and shall each pay the sum of twenty-five dollars, ($25.) as the annual tax to this State of the Company for which he is Agent. Tax how returned on foreign Life Ins. Cos. by agts. Tax paid the State, by agts. of such Cos.

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TITLE XIII. JUDICIARY. I. SUPERIOR AND INFERIOR COURTS. ART. I. CIRCUITS AND SESSIONS. ART. II. ACTION, PROCEEDINGS AND PARTIES. ART. III. EXEMPTIONS FROM LEVY AND SALE. ART. IV. JURORS. ART. V. SECURITIES AND ENDORSERS. ART. VI. SLANDER. II. COURTS OF SPECIAL JURISDICTION. ART. I. CITY COURT OF SAVANNAH. ART. II. JUSTICES COURTS. I. SUPERIOR AND INFERIOR COURTS. ART. I. CIRCUITS AND SESSIONS. Section 1. Superior Courts in Lowndes, Brooks and Thomas. Section 2. Inferior Courts in Coffee. Section 3. Inferior Courts in Terrell. Section 4. Superior Courts in Effingham Section 5. Superior and Inferior Courts in Walker. Section 6. Superior Courts in Dade. Section 7. Heard Superior Court, may be held two weeks; Superior Courts in Carroll, may hold two weeks, Superior Court in Campbell. Superior Courts in Paulding and Floyd, may hold three weeks. Section 8. Inferior Courts in Heard. Section 9. Paulding county added to Tallapoosa Circuit. Section 10. Suits, processes, c. Section 11. Superior Courts in Pierce. Section 12. Suits, processes, c. Section 13. Inferior Courts in Gordon. 14. Suitors, subp[oelig]nas, processes, c. Section 15. Inferior Courts in Randolph. Section 16. Suitors, witnesses, c. Section 17. Superior Courts in Webster. Section 18. 1st Term of Webster Superior Court held in 1860, to be held on 2d Monday in June. Section 19. Superior Courts in Glynn. Section 20. Suitors, witnesses, c. Section 21. Inferior Court of Dade. Section 22. Superior Courts in Richmond. Writs, processes, c. Section 23. Superior Courts in Burke. Section 24. Inferior Courts in Floyd. Section 25. Inferior Courts in Emanuel. Section 26. Superior Courts in Wilcox, Telfair, Irwin and Berrien. Section 27. Suits, processes, c. Section 28. Superior Courts in Glynn. Section 29. Suitors, witnesses, c. Section 30. Inferior Courts in Wilcox. Section 31. Proceedings had at Carroll Superior Court held 2d week in October, 1859, legalized. Section 32. Adjournment of Quitman Superior Court to 2d Monday in Dec, and all proceedings there at, legalized. (No. 36.) An Act to change the time of holding the Superior Courts in the counties of Brooks, Lowndes and Thomas, in the Southern Judicial District. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That hereafter the time of holding the Superior Courts in the county of Lowndes, shall be on the first Mondays of December and June. in the county of Brooks on the 2d Mondays of December and June, and in the county of Thomas on the 3d Mondays of December and June, in each and every year. Time of holding Supr. Courts in Lowndes Co. Brooks Co. Thomas Co. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Nov. 11th, 1859.

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(No. 37.) An Act fixing the time of holding the Inferior Court, in the county of Coffee. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this Act, the Inferior Court in the county of Coffee, shall hereafter be held on the first Monday in May, and the first Monday in November, in each and every year, until this Act shall have been repealed. Times of holding In. Courts in Coffee Co. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 22d, 1859. (No. 38.) An Act for the purpose of changing the times of holding the Inferior Court of Terrell county. 3. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Courts in the county of Terrell, shall be held on the fourth Mondays in February and August, instead of the fourth Mondays in April and October. Times for holding Infr-Courts in Terrell Co. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to. Dec. 3d, 1859. (No. 39.) An Act to alter the times of holding the Superior Courts of the county of Effingham, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the terms of the Superior Courts of Effingham county, shall be held on the Monday after the fourth Monday in March, and the second Monday after the fourth Monday in October. Times of holding Supr. Courts in Effingham Co. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 7th, 1859. (No. 40.) An Act alter and change the time of holding the Superior and Inferior Courts for the county of Walker, and the Superior Courts for the county of Dade. 5. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the time for holding the Superior Courts for the county of Walker, shall be on Monday before the first Monday in March and September, in each year; and the Inferior Courts for said county, shall be held on the first Monday in May, and on the first Monday in December, in each year. Times of holding Supr. and In. courts of Walker Co. 6. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the time for holding the Superior Courts in the county of Dade, shall be on the fourth Monday in May and November, in each year. Times of holding Supr. Courts of Dade Co. Assented to, December 7th, 1859.

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(No. 41.) An Act to change and fix the time of holding the Superior Courts in the counties of Heard, Carroll, Campbell and Floyd, and to change the time of holding the Inferior Courts of the county of Heard, and to add the county of Paulding to the Tallapoosa Circuit. 7. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Superior Courts in the county of Heard, shall be held on the third Monday in March and September, in each and every year, and hold for two weeks at each term, unless the business of the Court shall be sooner disposed of; that the Judge of the Superior Courts, and in case he fails, the Justices of the Inferior Court of Heard county, shall draw two panels of Jurors, to serve each week of said Court; and that the Inferior Courts of the county of Carroll, shall be held on the first Monday in April and October, in each and every year, and hold for two weeks at each term, unless the business of the Court shall be sooner disposed of; and that the Superior Courts of the county of Campbell, shall be held on the second Monday in February and August, in each and every year; and that the Superior Courts of the county of Paulding, shall be held on the fourth Monday in February and August, in each and every year; and that the Superior Courts in the county of Floyd, shall be held on the third Monday in January and first Monday in July, in each and every year, and hold three weeks at each term, unless the business of the Court shall be sooner disposed of. Times of holding the Supr. Courts of Heard Co. Term two weeks. two panels to be drawn. Carroll Co. Term two weeks. Campbell Co. Paulding Co. Floyd Co. Term three weeks. 8. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Inferior Court of the county of Heard, shall, after the passage of this act, be held on the second Monday in January and July, in each and every year. Times of holding Heard In. Court. 9. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the county of Paulding be, and it is hereby added to the Tallapoosa Circuit. Paulding added to Tallapoosa circuit. 10. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That all suits, processes, subp[oelig]nas, recognizances, and all persons bound to attend said Courts as heretofore held, shall be returnable and required to attend said Courts as altered by this act. All suits c., shall conform to this act. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 7th, 1859. (No. 42.) An Act to change the time of holding the Superior Courts of the county of Pierce. 11. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Superior Courts of the county of Pierce, shall hereafter be held on Thursday before the first Monday in March and September, of each and every year. Times of holding Pierce Courts. 12. SEC. II. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That all suits and other processes brought to the terms of said Court as fixed by existing laws, shall be returnable, and have the same precedence in the terms of said Court as established by this act. Not to affect past proceedings. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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(No. 43.) An act to change the time of holding the Inferior Court of the county of Gordon. 13. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the Inferior Court of the county of Gordon shall be held on the fourth Mondays in January and July, in each and every year, until this act shall have been repealed. Times of holding In. Courts for Gordon Co. 14. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That all persons sup[oelig]naed or bound as suitors, witnesses, or in any other capacity, to attend said Inferior Court at the time which by the law now in force it is holden, shall be bound by said bond, summons, subp[oelig]na, or other process heretofore issued, to attend said Court at the time prescribed in this act. All persons c. shall conform to the times prescribed by this act. Sec. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. (No. 44.) An act to change and fix the times of holding the Inferior Courts of the county of Randolph. 15. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Courts of the county of Randolph, shall hereafter be held on the first Monday in February and the first Monday in August, in each and every year, instead of the times now prescibed by law. In. Ceurts of Randolph hereafter held on 1st Monday in Feb. and 1st Monday in August. 16. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That all persons subp[oelig]naed or bound as parties, witnesses, jurors or in any other capacity to attend said Inferior Courts at the time changed by this act, be, and they are hereby equally bound to attend said Courts at the time prescribed by this act. Above change not to affect parties, witnesses, jurors. All bound to sttend Court as tho' no change had occurred. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th., 1859. (No. 45.) An act to change the times of holding the Inferior Courts of the counties of Webster, Dade and Floyd, and to change the times of holding the Superior Courts of the counties of Richmond, Glynn, Burke and Floyd. 17. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Interior Courts of the county of Webster shall be held on the second Monday in December and June, in each and every year, instead of February and August as it now is. In. Courts of Webster to be held on 2nd Monday in Dec. and June. 18. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the first term of said Courts in (1860) eighteen hundred and sixty, be held on the second MOnday in June, instead of the first Monday in February. Frst term of said court in 1860 to be held on 2nd Monday in June. 19. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the terms of Superior Courts of Glynn county, shall be and are hereby altered; and that the Spring Term of said Court shall hereafter be held on the

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fourth Monday in April, and the fall Term on the fourth Monday in October, in each and every year. Super. Courts of Glynn to he held 4th Monday in April and 4th Monday in Oct. 20. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the witnesses, jurors and parties summoned to attend the February Term of the Superior Court, are hereby required to attend the Spring Term of said Court on the fourth Monday in April. Duty of witnesses, jurors and parties, c. 21. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the Inferior Courts of Dade county, shall be held on the first Monday in September and March, in each and every year; and all processes are made returnable accordingly. In. Courts of Dade to be held on 1st Monday in Sept. and March, and all processes returnable accordingly. 22. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Superior Courts in the county of Richmond shall be commenced and held on the fourth Monday in January and June in each year, instead of, as now held, on the fourth Monday in April and October; and all writs, processes, and papers of any kind now pending in said Court, shall be returned and returnable to said terms as altered by this act, and be acted on and cognizable in said courts at said altered terms as if they were returnable to the same, anything to the contrary notwithstanding. Supr. Courts of Richmond to be held on 4th Monday in Jan. and June. All processes returnable accordingly. 23. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Superior Court in Burke county, shall be held on the second Monday in May and November, instead of the 4th Monday in said months as is now prescribed by law. Supr. Courts in Burke shall be held on [Illegible Text] Monday in May and November. 24. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the Inferior Courts of the county of Floyd be held on the second Mondays in April and October, instead of the second Mondays in May and November as now required by law. Inferior Cts. of Floyd to be held in 2d Monday on April and Oct SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 46.) An act to change the time of holding the Inferior Courts of the county of Emanuel. 25. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Courts of the county of Emanuel shall be held on the second Mondays in January and July, instead of the first Mondays of said months as now prescribed by law. In. Courts of Emanuel to be held on 2nd Monday in Jan. and July. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. (No. 47.) An act to alter and change the times of holding the Superior Courts of the counties of Wilcox, Telfair, Irwin, Berrien and Glynn; and the Inferior Court of the county of Wilcox, and for other purposes therein named. 26. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Superior Courts of the county of Wilcox shall be held on the fourth Mondays in April and October, in each and every year; that the Superior Courts in the county of Telfair shall be held on the

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Friday thereafter, in each and every year; that the Superior Courts in the county of Irwin shall be held on the Thursdays after Telfair, in each and every year, and that the Superior Courts in the county of Berrien shall be held on Mondays after Irwin, in each and every year. Supr. Courts of Wilcox to be held on 4th Monday in April and Oct. Of Telfair on Friday thereafter. Of Irwin Thursday after Telfair. Of Berrien on Monday after Irwin. 27. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That all processes, busines and proceedings pending in any, or returnable to any of said Courts, shall be acted on and cognizable in said several Courts at the time specified for holding the same as if they were returnable to said specified terms. All business to proceed as if returnable to said specified terms. 28. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Superior Courts of Glynn county shall be hereby altered, and that the Spring Term of said Court shall hereafter be held on the fourth Monday in April, and the Fall term on the fourth Monday in October, in each and every year. Supr. Courts of Glynn to be held on 4th Monday in April and Oct. 29. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted. That the witnesses, jurors, and parties summoned to attend the February Term of said Superior Court, are hereby required to attend the Spring Term of said Court on the fourth Monday in April. All parties to attend Court on 4th Monday in April. 30. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the time of holding the Inferior Court in the county of Wilcox shall be on the second Monday in January and July, and all processes are made returnable accordingly. In. Court of Wilcox to meet on 2nd Monday in Jan. and July and processes to conform to said change. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. (No. 48.) An act to legalize the holding of Carroll Superior Court at its last term, and to make valid all the proceedings of said Court. 31 SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the holding of the last term of the Superior Court of the county of Carroll, on the second week in October, 1859, be, and the same is hereby declared to be legal and valid; and that all writs, process, bills, c., returnable to said Court; be, and are hereby declared as valid in law as if the same had been returnable at the proper time, and at a regular term of said Court, and that all the proceedings of said Court, be, and the same are hereby declared as legal and binding in law as if the same had been transacted at a regular time. Proceedings of 2nd week of Super. Court in Oct. 1857 of Carroll legalized. Approved November 23d, 1859. (No. 49.) An act to legalize the adjournment of Quitman Superior Court. 32. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That the adjournment of Quitman Superior Court to the second Monday in Dec,, 1859, be, and the same is hereby declared legal and valid, and that all business which may be introduced and transacted

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at the said adjourned term. shall have the same force and validity as if done at the regular term of said Court. Sitting of Quitman Supr. Court made legal. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting Laws. Assented to, December 20th, 1859. ART. II.ACTION, PROCEEDINGS AND PARTIES. Sec. 1. Act of March 5, 1856 extended. Sec. 2. Two arbitrators may make an award. Sec. 3. Mode of making a new Trustee party to suit pending which Trustee has died, been removed, c. Sec. 4. Under act of Eeb. 20. 1854, new trial not to be granted for immaterial error. Sec. 5. Suits against R. R. Co's. not to be dismissed for want of jurisdiction, under certain circumstances. Sec. 6. Jurors may assess damages, in cases of illegality. Sec. 7. Parties may be made on motion, and action [Illegible Text] against surviving defendant. Sec. 8. Representative of deceased Plt'ff, may be made party on motion to be made in writing. Sec. 9. Parties how made in suits where Guardians of insane persons die. Sec. 10. Act of 11th Dec., 1858 amended so as to change the word eorporations. to that of co-partners. Sec. 11. Ex-Judges of Superior Court may sign bills of exception, in certain cases. Sec. 12. Proviso of act of 6th March, 1856. as to time in which suits must be brought and indictments found and prosecuted, construeed. Sec. 13. Clerks of Superior, Inferior and Corporation Courts in Richmond Co., to enter all appeals in a separate book. (No. 50.) An Act to amend an act approved March 5 th, 1856, entitled an act to authorize persons to submit controversies to arbitration, declaring how arbitrators shall be chosen, prescribing their powers, regulating the manner in which their proceedings shall be conducted, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 2. SECTION I. Be ti enacted, c., That the above mentioned act be so amended as to apply, in all its provisions, to all suits now pending, or which may hereafter be pending in any of the Courts of Law or Equity in this State; and that all cases now pending, and which may hereafter be pending, may be arbitrated under said act. Act of 5th March, 1856. extended to all suits in law or equity. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That in all cases arbitrated under said act, if the three arbitrators chosen as provided by said act, fail to agree upon an award, then any two of them may make an award, which shall have the same force and effect as if made by all three of them. Two arbitrators may make an [Illegible Text] SEC. III. Repeals all repugnant laws. Assented to, Dec. 12th, 1859. SUPREME COURT DECISIONS.When the submission is to three arbitrators, an award by two is not valid. XxVI Ga Rep. 129. A case pending in Court, and referred to arbitrators, comes under the XXXth section of the Judiciary Act of 1799, and not under the arbitration Act of 1856; and in such a case, it is error in the Court to direct the award to be enterd by the Clerk upon the minutes of the Court, without first hearing and determining the validity of the exceptions filed to the award. XXV. Ga. Rep., 66. The act of 1856, applies only to cases originating out of Court. Id. 68 The minutes of arbitrators in a cause referred to them, cannot be made a part of the record of the cause. Id. 257. An award is subject to be set aside for a mistake in it, even though the mistake may not be apparent on the face of it. Id. 264.

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(No. 51.) An Act to amend the Judiciary Act of this State, and to direct the manner of making Trustees parties plaintiffs or defendants, in all suits or actions now pending, or which may hereafter exist in the several Courts in this State. 3. SECTION I. Be it enacted ,c., That in all cases now pending, or which may hereafter be brought in any of the Courts of this State, wherein any Trustee may die, remove or be removed, or that are now dead or removed, and any new Trustee shall be appointed, then, in such case, said newly appointed Trustee shall, on motion and notice shereof to the adverse party, be made party plaintiff or defendant, [Illegible Text] any and all cases which may be pending, or hereafter pending in any of the Courts of this State; and the case, or cases, be allowed to be heard and determined, without prejudice to the rights of the person for whose benefit the trust is created, as fully as if the said case or cases were proceeding in the name of the original Trustee. Mode of making a new Trustee party to suit pending which former Trustee has died, been removed c., and suit to proceed without prejudice to cestuy que trust. SEC. 2. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 12th, 1859. (No. 52.) An Act to amend an act entitled An act to regulate the granting of new trials, approved Feb. 20 th, 1854. * * See Acts of 1853-4, 46, for this Act. 4. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this Act, the Act above recited, and entitled An act to regulate the granting of new trials, approved Feb. 20th, 1854, shall not be so construed as to require the Superior or Supreme Courts, or either of them, to grant a new trial in any case for an immaterial error, or error not affecting the real merits of the case. Under act of Feb. 20, 1854 new trial not to be granted for an immaterial error. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 12th, 1859. (No. 53.) An Act to define and declare the jurisdiction of the Courts of this State, in suits against Railroad Companies. 5. SECTION I. The General Assembly do by this act declare, That no suit against a Railroad Company in this State, shall hereafter be dismissed for want of jurisdiction of the Court in the county in which said suit may be pending, or hereafter brought; Suits against R. R. Co's. not to be dismissed for want of Jurisdiction under certain circumstances. Provided, The Road of such Company is located in or shall run through the county in which such suit is or may be pending; Provided further, The cause of action arose, or the contract was made, or to be performed in the county where the suit is instituted. SEC, II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. SUPREME COURT DECISION.In a suit for damages, for the killing of a person by Railroad, under the Act of 1850, the action should be brought in the county where the principal office of the corporation is kept. XXIV Ga. Rep. 356.

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(No. 54.) An Act to authorize Jurors to assess damages in matters of Illegality, upon certain conditions. 6. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That hereafter in all cases when an affidavit of illegality may be filed in either the Superior or Inferior Courts of this State, the Jurors in all cases shall have power to assess such damages as may seem reasonable and just, not exceeding twenty-five per cent. upon the principal debt; provided, it shall be made to appear the illegality was interposed for delay only. Jurors may assess damages in cases of Illegality. SEC. II. All conflicting laws are hereby repealed. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. (No. 55.) An Act to prevent the delay in the trial of causes in the Courts of this State` in consequence of the death of parties, to authorize parties in certain circumstances, to be made, on motion, and for other purposes. 7. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That in all cases which have been, or may be commenced in any of the Courts of this State, at Law or in Equity, against two or more defendants, one or more of whom have died, or may die pending said case or cases, it shall and may be lawful for the Plaintiff or Complainants, to suggest said death of record, and to proceed in the trial of said case or cases, against the surviving Defendant, to the extent of their respective liabilities. Parties may be made on motion, and action proceed against surviving defendant. 8. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That if a Plaintiff or Complainant, in any cause now or hereafter pending, shall die, the Executor or Administrator of such Plaintiff or Complainant, may be made parties on motion to be made in writing, of which the Defendants or their Counsel shall have notice. Representative of dec'd Pl'tff, may be made party on motion, in writing. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14, 1859. (No. 56.) An Act to authorize Guardians of insane persons to be made parties to suits brought by Guardians since deceased. 9. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That in all cases of suits now pending, or which may be hereafter instituted by the Guardian of an insane person, and pending which said Guardian died, that a new Guardian of such insane person may be appointed and made a party to said suit, by scire facias, in the same way as Executors or Administrators may be made parties by existing law, and said suits proceed to a final hearing, as though such Guardian had not died. Parties how made in suits where Guardians of insane persons die. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 2, 1859.

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(No, 57.) An Act to alter and amend an act, to amend an act, pointing out the mode of collecting a certain description of debts therein mentioned, approved Dec. 19 th, 1818, and to extend the provisions of the same, so as to embrace corporations, approved Dec. 11 th, 1858. * * For this Act see Acts of 1858, 58 Whereas, The word corporations, wherever it occurs in said act, was substituted by mistake, in the enrolling, for the word copartners. 10. SECTION I. Be it therefore enacted, That the said act of Dec. 11th, 1858, be so altered and amended, as to read co-partners, instead of corporations, wherever said last mentioned word occurs in the caption or body of said act, so as to make said act conform to original design. Act of 11th Dec. 1858, amended, so as to make word `corporations' read co-partners. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th. 1859. (No. 58.) An Act to empower Ex-Judges of the Superior Courts, to sign bills of exception in certain cases. 11. SECTION I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly, That any party wishing to except to any decision or judgment of the Superior Court, shall present his bill as now allowed, and if the term of the Judge making the decision shall have expired, or said Judge shall have resigned, or been removed, when the bill is presented, then the said Judge shall sign said bill, with the order of the Clerk, as Ex-Judge. Ex-Judges of Sup'r courts may sign bills of exception in certain cases. Assented to December 16th, 1859. (No. 59.) An Act to amend an act limiting the time in which suits in the Courts of Law in this State must be brought, and also limiting the time in which Indictments are to be found and prosecuted, in certain cases, and for other purposes therein mentioned, approved March 6 th, 1856. * * See Acts of 1855-6, p 235, Sec. XXI. 12. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That the proviso in the twenty-first section of an act limiting the time in which suits in the Courts of Law in this State must be brought, and also limiting the time in which Indictments are to be found and prosecuted, in certain cases, and for other purposes therein named, approted March 6th, 1856, shall not embrace nor be construed to apply to any case which may be brought in any of the Courts of this State, before the expiration of five years from the date of said act. Proviso of act of 6 March 1856, as to time in which suits must be brought, and indictments found and prosecuted, construed. SEC. I. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec 17, 1859.

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(No. 60.) An Act to amend the Judiciary act of this State, approved the 16 th day of February, 1799, as to require the several Clerks of the Superior, Inferior and Corporation Courts of the county of Richmond, in this State, to enter all appeals of causes tried in any of said Courts in [ a? ] separate book, to be provided for that purpose. 13. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and immediately after the passage of this act, the Judiciary act approved the 16th day of February, 1799, * * See T. R. R. Cobb's New Dig., 194. be and the same is hereby amended so as to require the several Clerks of the Superior, Inferior and Corporation Courts of the county of Richmond, in this State, to enter all appeals of causes in any of said Courts, in a separate book to be provided for that purpose, instead of entering them on the minutes of Court as heretofore required by the sixth rule of practice of the Superior Court. Judciary act of 16 Feb'ry 1869, amended as to Richmond county. Cl'ks of Sup., Inf'r and corporat'n courts in Richmond co. to enter appeals In a, seperate book. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to Dec. 19, 1850. ART. III. EXEMPTIONS FROM LEVY AND SALE. Section 1. Act of 22d December, 1857, construed:Horse or mule exempt from levy and sale owned by head of family, not subject to levy and sale under execution against such head of family, when exchanged. (No. 61.) An Act, to declare the meaning and intention of an Act, amendatory of an Act, to exempt from levy and sale under executions, certain property, therein mentioned, assented to, December 22 d, 1857. * * For Act of 22d December, 1857, see Acts of 1857, p. 64. WHEREAS, The above recited Act, assented to 22d of December, 1857, exempts from levy and sale under executions, to every white citizen of this State, male or female, being the head of a family, one farm horse or mule, without regard to the value of the same; and whereas, it frequently becomes necessary for such head of a family to exchange said farm horse or mule, which he or she may be unable to do, for the reason that doubts are entertained whether said horse or mule would not, by reason of such exchange, become subject to executions that may have been against said heads of familiestherefore: Preamble. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the true intent and meaning of the recited Act was, and is hereby declared and intended, that the farm horse or mule, exempted from levy and sale by the afore recited Act, shall in no way be subject to any execution against said head of a family by reason of having been exchanged. Act of 22 Dec. 1857, construedhorse or mule exempt from levy and sale, owned by head of family, not subject to levy and sale under execution against such head of family, when exchanged. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, 14th December, 1859.

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ART. IV. JURORS. SEC. 1. Jurors employed in the investigation of causs, may be furnished with refreshmentshow paid for. SEC. 2. One pannel of Jurors only for Lumpkin county SEC. 3. One pannel of Petit Jurors only for each week of each term of the Superior Court in Stewart county. (No. 62.) An Act to authorize the Judges of the Superior Courts of this State, to allow Special and Petit Jurors such refreshments as presiding Judge may deem meet and proper, while said jurors may be engaged in the investigation of any cause; and to authorize said Judge to draw his warrant on the county Treasury of the county where such investigation may be made, for the payment of the same, and to compel said County Treasurer to pay the same out of any funds on hand. SECTION I. Whereas, It often happens that Special and Petit Jurors are confined whole days and nights, in the investigation of causes to them submitted, without food and drink: for remedy whereof, Preamble. 1. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the Judges of the Superior Courts of this State, shall have full power and authority to order, for Special and Petit Jurors, such refreshments while employed in the investigation of any cause, as the presiding Judge may deem meet and proper; and said Judge shall have full power to draw his warrant on the County Treasurer of the county where said investigation may be made, for the payment of the same; and said County Treasurer shall be compelled to pay said warrant out of any funds on hand. All laws and parts of laws militating against this act be and the same are hereby repealed. Jurors employed in the investigation of causes submitted to them, may be allowed refreshments. How paid for Assented to, December 15th, 1859. SUPREME COURT DECISION.The county is not liable to pay for food and lodging furnished to a jury, although ordered by the Court that the county be charged with it. 24 Ga. Rep. 82. (No. 63.) An Act to repeal the fifth section of an act to change and fix the time of holding the Superior Courts of the county of Lumpkin, and to authorize the drawing and summoning of two panels of Grand and Petit Jurors for said courtsapproved 11 th December, 1858. 2. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the Ssate of Georgia in General Assembly do enact, That the fifth section of the above recited act be, and the same is hereby repealed; and that hereafter, one pannel of the Grand and Petit Jurors shall serve during the entire term of said Superior Courts. One pannel of G. and P. Jurors shall serve the entire term of Lumpkin Sup Court. Approved December 19th, 1859. * For this Act see Acts of 1858, 80 and 81.

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(No. 64.) An act to prescribe the duty of the Judge of the Superior Court of the county of Stewart in relation to Petit Jurors of said Court, and for further purposes. 3. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, it shall and may be lawful for the Judge of the Superior Court of the county of Stewart, to require the attendance of a sufficient number of persons as Petit Jurors to constitute only one pannel of a regular jury of twelve men qualified to serve as Petit Jurors, for each week of each term of said Court, any law usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding; and that the said jury shall be drawn, empannelled and sworn, in the manner now prescribed by law; Provided, Nevertheless, that nothing in this act shall be so construed as to abridge the power of the Judge of said Court to cause tales jurors to be summoned whenever it shall be necessary for the trial of any civil or criminal cause. One pannel only of Petit Jurors required to attend and serve each week of each term of the Superior Court of Stewart co. Proviso. Approved, December 19th, 1859. ART. V. SECURITIES AND ENDORSERS. Section 1. Securities on bonds of substituted Trustees may be relieved. Mode of obtaining such relief. Section 2. Notices by Securities and Endorsers to holders of Notes, c to sue principal, or they will be released, must be given in writing. (No. 65.) An Act for the relief of securities upon the bonds of substituted Trustees, and for other purposes therein named. Whereas, It is sometimes the practice with the Judges of the Superior Courts of this State, in changing the trusteeship of trust estates, by petition to them by the proper parties according to the terms of the law in such cases made and provided, to require of the substituted Trustee, bond and security for the faithful discharge of the duties of the trusteeship to which such substituted Trustee may be thereby appointed; and whereas, the securities upon such bonds have no remedy whereby to obtain a release from the further liabilities of such trusteeships as securities for Executors, Administrators and Guardians now by law have; for remedy whereof: Preamble. 1. SECTION I Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, if any person or persons who now are, or shall hereafter become security or securities upon the bond of any substituted Trustee, shall conceive him or themselves in danger of being injured by such securityship, such security or securities, may petition the Judge of the Superior Court where he or they may stand bound, for a release from such securityship, and, notice being given to such substituted Trustee and all the cestui que trusts, by publication in some public Gazette, once a week, for the space of three months, or by personal service twenty days immediately preceding such petition,

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then it shall be the duty of such Judge, so petitioned, to pass an order, or decree, releasing such security or securities from all further liabilities upon the bond of such substituted Trustee; and such Judge, so petitioned, is hereby further empowered to pass such further orders, or decrees, as he may deem necessary under the circumstances, for the protection of the trust funds and estates. Securities on bonds of substituted Trustees may be relievedmode of obtaining such relief. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 2d, 1859. (No. 66.) An Act to require Securities and Endorers, when they give notice, to do so in writing. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the first day of July next, whenever securities or endorsers desire to avail themselves of the provisions of the act heretofore passed, allowing them to give notice to holders of promissory notes, or other evidences of debt, to sue their principal, and which if they do not do within the time of three months, said securities or endorsers are relieved; that any and all such notices, before they are or can be made available, shall be shown to have been given in writing. Notice of securities and endorsers to holders of notes c., to sue principal or that they will be released, must be given in writing. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. * Ref. Note.For the act above referred to, see T. R. R- Cobb's new Dig. 596, Title Sec. 441. Supreme Court Decision:A notice by an Endorser to sue, given to an agent who has no authority but to collect, and which is known to the Endorser, is not such a notice to the holder, under the statue as will discharge the Endorser. 22 Ga. Rep. 24. ART. VI. SLANDER. Words imputing to a free white woman sexual intercouse with a slave, negro, or free person of color, made actionable, per se. (No. 67.) An Act to declare certain words, slanderous and actionable, per se, and for other purposes. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That hereafter, any words falsely and maliciously uttered, which impute to any free white woman of this State, carnal knowledge and connection with a slave, negro, or free person of color, shall he held, deemed and adjudged actionable, per se, and without allegation or proof of any special damage. Certain words made actionable per se. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. Supreme Court Decision:In the case of Castleberry et ux vs. Kelly et ux. XXVI Ga. Report 606, it was decided that, to say to a white man, negroes have been with your wife, meaning that negro men had had carnal communication with her, and I can prove it, without the allegation of special damage, is not actionable; and hence the above enactment, declaring such words actionable, per se.

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II. COURTS OF SPECIAL JURISDICTION. ART. I. CITY COURT OF SAVANNAH. Section 1. Jurisdiction in Habeas Corpus cases given to city Court of Savannah proviso. Sec. 2. Election of Solicitor General, in Eastern Circuit, to be held on 1st Monday in January 1860, provided for and legalized. (No. 68.) An Act to confer certain powers upon the Judge of the City Court of Savannah, and to make valid the election of Solicitor General, for the Eastern Circuit of this State, to take place on the first Monday in January 1860. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this Act, the Judges of the City Court of Savannah, shall have power to issue writs of Habeas Corpus, and to hear and dispose of the same and to discharge, admit to bail, or remand to jail, any prisoner according to his discretion and the law of the land; provided, his power above conferred shall only extend to cases arising within the extended corporate limits of the City of Savannah; and provided further, that nothing in this act shall be so construed as to lessen or take away the powers of the Judge of the Superior Court, or the Justices of the Inferior Court of the county of Chatham. Powers of city Judge of Savannah. Proviso. And whereas, The proclamation of His Excellency the Governor, for an election of Solicitor General, of the Eastern Judicial District of this State, was not published thirty days before the first Monday in January, eighteen hundred and sixty, and doubts may arise as to the legality of said election when held: Preamble. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the election of Solicitor General, of the Eastern Judicial District, to be held on the first Monday in January, eighteen hundred and sixty, shall be legal, valid and binding, notwithstanding the proclamation of the Governor did not issue, and was not published thirty days before said election. Election of Solicitor Gen. for Eastern circuit on 1st Monday in Jan. 1860 made valid. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. ARTICLE II. JUSTICES COURTS. SEC. 1. Place of holding Justices' Courts in Augusta, may be fixed by the Justices. May hold two daysJurisdiction extended to $100 00. SEC. 2. Bail in criminal cases, in said Courts. SEC. 3. Jurisdiction of Justices Courts in McIntosh county extended to $100 00. SEC. 4. Fees of officers of said Courts. SEC. 5. Territorial limits of Jurisdiction of Justices' Courts in the city of Savannah, extended. (No. 69.) An act to allow and authorize the Justices of the Peace in the city of Augusta, to hold their Courts at any place they may designate, in said city, and to increase their Jurisdiction, and for other purposes. 1. SECTION I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the several Magistrates, in

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the city of Augusta, shall have power to hold their Justices Courts at any place in said city, and for two or more days, as their business may require; That the civil jurisdiction of the Magisteries in the city of Augusta, shall be extended to all sums, the principal of which does not exceed one hundred dollars. J. P. courts in Augusta. Jurisdic-tion extended. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That in all criminal cases, bailable by said Magistrates, where defendants may be committed to Jail in default of security, and be afterwards enabled to procure and furnish satisfactory security to said magistrates, it shall and may be lawful for said magistrates to order said defendant brought before him, to give such bail. Bailable cases SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19, 1859. (No. 70.) An act to amend the Judiciary Act of Georgia, so far as relates to the county of McIntosh. 3. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the jurisdiction of each magistrate or justice of the peace, in said county, be, and the same is hereby extended to the sum of one hundred dollars, besides lawful interest thereon. Jurisdiction of J. P. in McIntosh co. extended. 4. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the fees of the officers of the several Justices Courts of the said county of McIntosh, be the same as are allowed to the officers of Justice Courts in the county of Chatham. Fees to be allowed officers of Justice courts, same as those allowed similar officers in Chatham co. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 19, 1859. (No. 71.) An act to extend the civil Jurisdiction of the Justices of the Peace in that part of the county of Chatham embraced within the corporate limits of the city of Savannah. 5. SEC. I. Be it enacted. c., That from and after the passage of this act, the civil jurisdiction of the Justices of the Peace, in that part of the county of Chatham, embraced within the corporate limits of the city of Savannah, be extended two miles from the said corporate limits of the city of Savannah, as defined by an act to extend and define the corporate limits of the city of Savannah, approved February 15th, 1854. * * See acts of 1853-4, p. 267, for act of 13th February, 1844, which is undoubtedly the act referred to above. Jurisdictional limits of Justices' courts in the city of Savannah, extended two miles beyond city limits. .SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 20th, 1859.

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TITLE XIV. LEGISLATURE. SEC. 1. Apportionment of members. (No. 72.) An act to apportion the Representatives among the several counties of this State, according to the requirements of the Constitution. 1. SECTION I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That until the next apportionment of Representatives among the counties of this State, the Representation of the said several counties shall be as follows, to-wit; Bibb, Burke, Cass, Carroll, Chatham, Cherokee, Clarke, Coweta, Cobb, Columbia, Decatur, Floyd, Fulton, Gordon, Greene, Gwinnett, Hancock, Harris, Hall, Henry, Houston, Jackson, Meriwether, Monroe, Muscogee, Newton, Oglethorpe, Richmond, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Thomas, Troup, Walton, Walker, Washington, and Whitfield, being the thirty-seven counties having the greatest Representative population, according to the provisions and requirements of the seventh Section of the first Article of the Constitution of this State, are entitled to, and shall have each two Representatives in the General Assembly; and the remaining counties are entitled to, and shall have each one Representative in the General Assembly of Georgia. Apportionment of members. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 16th, 1859. REFERENCE NOTE:By this apportionment, the counties of Forsyth, Lumpkin, Putnam, Randolph, Warren and Wilkes, have each lost one member; and Decatur, Fulton, Hall, Thomas, Wilkes, Walker, and Whitfield, having gained one each, take their places. TITLE XV. LIEN. Lien of Stone-cutters and Marble Companies on their work, for their pay. (No. 73.) An act to provide and give liens to Stone-cutters and Marble Companies of this State to secure payment for their labor. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That hereafter Stone-Cutters and Marble Companies shall, for the purpose of securing payments for their labor, be entitled to and have the same lien on all Marble or Stone by them cut and prepared for building tomb stones or marble slabs, and [on?] all other work of a similar character, to the same extent, upon the same terms, as mechanics are now entitled to liens under existing laws. Lien of Stone Cutters c., on their work for pay, SEC. 2. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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TITLE XVI. PEDDLERS. Persons must obtain license to sell goods by samplelicense $100.00 or other sumalso must pay a tax on all goods so soldpenalty for violation, fine and imprisonment (No. 74.) An act to levy a tax on all goods peddled in this State, or sales by sample or otherwise, by itenerant drummers, or other persons, and for other purposes. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia ao enact, That it shall not be lawful for any itenerant persons to vend or sell any article or thing of value not manufactured in this State, by sample or otherwise, without a license from the Inferior Court of the county in which said article or thing is vended or sold; for which license, they shall pay the sum of one hundred dollars, or other sum, in the discretion of said Court; and said itenerant person shall, in addition to said license, pay a tax on all articles sold, or its value, of one per cent on each hundred dollars sold by him; and for any violation of this law, said person shall, on conviction thereof in the Superior Court of the county, be fined and imprisoned in the discretion of the Court. Persons selling goods by sample must obtain licenselicense $100, or other sum; also must pay a taxpenalty for violation. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. TITLE XVII. PENAL LAWS. Article I.Amendments to Code. Article II.Other Acts. ART. I.AMENDMENTS TO CODE. SEC. 1. Act of 20 Feb., 1854, making dealing I'aro, c., Penitentiary offence repealed. Old penalty revived. SEC. 2. The game called Chuck-a-luck, made inditable. SEC. 3. Another See. added to 11th Div. Penal Code, by which a person selling property and falsely representing it not to be subject to judgment against him, may be indicted as a cheat and swindler. SEC. 4. Penalty for first offence in selling liquor to slaves, increased. SEC. 5. Eighteenth Section 14th Division of Penal Code, changed. Demand for trial, c. (No. 75.) An act to repeal an act amendatory of the tenth Section of the tenth Division of the Penal Code of Georgia, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That an act approved the twentieth day of February, eighteen hundred and fifty-four,

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to amend the tenth Section of the tenth Division of the Penal Laws of this State be, and the same is hereby repealed; and that the penalty, or penalties, as prescribed in the said tenth Section of the tenth Division of the Penal Laws be, and the same are hereby re-enacted and declared in full force, as they were previous to the act of the twentieth of February, 1854.* Act of 20th Feb'y., 1854, making dealing faro c., a Pent'y offence, repealedold penalty revived. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicticting Laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. Act of 1853-4, p. 84. (No. 76.) An act to explain the 10 th Section of the 10 th Division of the Penal Code of this State. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the word table of like character, in the tenth Section of the tenth Division of the Penal Code of this State, shall be construed to mean and include a game played and known as Chuck-a-luck; and that any person violating the provisions of this Act, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be subject to all the pains and penalties prescribed in said 10th Section of the 10th Division of the Penal Code.* The game of Chuck-a-luck made indictable. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. See Cobb's New Digest p. 815, Section X. (No. 77.) An act to add an additional section to the eleventh Division of the Penal Code 3. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, any person or persons who shall, in the sale or disposing of any property, either real or personal, defraud any person, or persons, by falsely representing that any property, which he, she, or they may sell, or dispose of, is not subject to the lien of any judgment or mortgage against such person, or persons selling or disposing of such property, knowing the same to be subject thereto, shall be deemed and held a common cheat and swindler; and on conviction, shall be punished as is now provided for cheating and swindling. * * For penalty for cheating and swindling, see T. R. R. Cobb's New Digest, page 822, Section VIII. Another section added to 11th div. Penal Code, by which a person selling property and falsely representing it as not being subject to a judgment or mortgage against him, may be indicted, c. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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(No. 78.) An act to amend the 13 th Section of the 13 th Division of the Penal Code of the State of Georgia, so as to increase the penalty for selling and furnishing intoxicating liquor to slaves, and free persons of color. 4. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, persons convicted of violating said section of the Penal Code, shall, for the first offense, pay a fine of not less than fifty dollars, nor more than two hundred dollars, and be subject to imprisonment in the common Jail of the county, for not less than 10, nor more than thirty days; and for the second offense, shall be punished according to the existing provision specified in said section. * * See T. R. R. Cobb's New Dig., p. 823. Sec. XIII. Penalty for first offence in selling liquor to slaves, increased. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. (No. 79.) An act to change the eighteenth section of the fourteenth Division * * For the 18 Section of 14 Division of the Penal Code, see T. R. R. Cobb's New Digest, p. 836. SUPREME COURT DECISION.The 18th Section of the 14th Division of the Penal Code, authorizes a demand for trial, to be at the first, or at the second term, but not afterwards. XXV Ga. Rep. I33. of the Penal Code of this State, and for other purposes. 5. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the 18th section of the 14th division of the Penal Code of this State, shall be as follows, to-wit: any person against whom a special presentment, or true bill of the indictment has been or may be found, for any offence not affecting his or her life, may demand a trial at the term when the presentment or indictment is found, or at any subsequent term thereafter; which demand, shall be placed upon the minutes of the Court; and if such person shall not be tried at the term when the demand is made, or at the next succeeding term thereafter, ( provided that at both terms there were jurors empaneled and qualified to try such prisoner,) then he or she shall be absolutely discharged and acquitted of the offence charged in such presentment or indictment. 18th Sec. of 14 div. of Penal Code, changed. Demand for trial c. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That all laws and parts of laws, and divisions, in conflict with this act, be, and the same are hereby repealed. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859.

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ART. II.OTHER ACTS. SEC. 1. Trespass on artificial Fish Ponds, made penal. SEC. 2. Acceptor of bill drawn on cotton consigned to him, refusing c., to pay such bill when due, out of proceeds of the cotton, subject to indictment. Penalty, imprisonment in Penitentiary from one to five years. SEC. 3. No conviction under this Act if the cotton was destroyed by accident, c. SEC. 4. Acceptance of bill or draft, evidence of receipt of the cotton SEC. 5. Bill drawn on and accepted by mercantile firm. SEC. 6. Act of 13 Dec. 1792, amended. Religious worship protected SEC. 7. Public execution of criminals, abolishedwho may witness executions. SEC. 8. Penalty in officer for violation of this act. SEC. 9. Duty of Inferior Courts in preparing places for executions of criminalsmay levy tax to pay expenses thereof; and the Justices may order executions to be made in public. (No. 80.) An act to protect and encourage the erection of artificial Fish ponds, and to make any trespass upon the same, penal; and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That if any person shall be guilty of committing any trespass upon any artificial Fish Pond, by fishing in the same, or in any manner using any means to destroy the fish raised or collected in such Pond, or by breaking the dam or dams for the purpose of permitting the fish to escape, or by poisoning the same, or in any manner destroying the same, such person or persons upon conviction, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and shall be subject to a fine of not less than fifty dollars, nor more than three hundred dollars, or [be?] fined and imprisoned at the discretion of the Court. Trespass on Artificial fish ponds, made penal. Assented to, 2d, Dec., 1859. (No. 81.) An act to protect the holders of Bills of Exchange or drafts drawn and accepted on account of shipments [Illegible Text] transfers of Cotton, and to punish those who fraudulently violate their contracts of acceptance, or misapply the Cotton received by them, or its proceeds. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That after the first day of January next, if any person shall accept in writing, any Bill of Exchange or Draft, drawn upon him or them, in the body of which Bill or Daft shall be specified the amount for which it is drawn, and the time when payable, and that it is drawn against certain Bales of Cotton, enumerating them, and referring to their marks on the margin, and that the same were sent to the Drawee of said Bill or Draft, subject to the payment of said Bill or draft to the payee or his order, to whom the title to said Cotton was conveyed, and after such acceptance, shall fail or refuse to pay to such payee or payees, his or their order, when the Bill or Daft shall fall due, the full amount of the proceeds of the sale of said Cotton, if sold by such acceptoror shall fail or refuse to deliver to the payee or payees, his or their order, the bales of cotton specified in said Bill or

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Daft when demanded, after non-payment of said Draft or Bill, then such acceptor, or acceptors, shall be guilty of a high misdemeanor; and on conviction, shall be punished, by confinement in the Penitentiary, for not less than one, nor more than five years, at the discretion of the Court. Acceptor of bill or draft drawn on cotton consigned to him, refusing to pay such bill or draft out of proceeds of the cotton, subject to indictment. Penalty, imprisonment in Penitentiary from one to five years. 3. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That no person shall be convicted under the provisions of the foregoing section, if he can show that the Cotton received by him, was destroyed by accident, or that he was fraudulently or forcibly deprived of the possession thereof, or of the value of the same after it was sold. No conviction under this act if the cotton was destroyed by accident, c. 4. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the acceptance, in writing, of the said Bills of Exchange or Drafts, shall be held as prima facie evidence of the receipt by the Acceptor, of the Cotton specified therein, and prima facie evidence of the value being the amount specified in the Bill or Draft. Acceptance of bill evidence of receipt of the cotton. 5. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That if the said Bill or Draft, shall be drawn on and accepted by a Mercantile co-partnership in the name of the firm, each of the co-partners shall be held prima facie liable to all the provisions of this act. When bill drawn on and accepted by Mercantile firm. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, 17th Dec. 1859. SUPREME COURT DECISION.The marks on bales of cotton is no evidence of the contract between the parties; they are mere directions to the carrier as to the place of ultimate destination. XXI. Ga. Rep. 228. (No. 82.) An act to amend an act, to protect Religious Societies, in the exercise of their religious duties, approved Dec. 13 th 1792.* 6. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the Act entitled an Act, to protect Religious Societies, in the exercise of their Religious Duties, approved Dec. 13th 1792, shall be so construed as to protect such Societies or assemblies, until they are dispersed from such place of worship. Act of 13th Dec. 1792, amendedReligious worship. SEC. II, Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17, 1859. For this act, see T. R. R. Cobb's New Digest 851. (No. 83.) An act to abolish the public execution of Criminals condemned to death by the laws of Georgia, upon certain conditions therein mentioned, and to provide for their execution in private. WHEREAS, The public execution of Criminals condemned to death by the laws of this State, is believed by many to be demoralizing in its tendency and disgraceful to the character of our people for refinement and good taste, and not so well calculated to accomplish the object for which it was instituted, to-wit: the prevention of crime, as private executions; for remedy whereof: Preamble. 7. SEC. 1. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after

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the passage of this act, no person sentenced to death for the commission of crime against the laws of Georgia, shall be publicly executed, as has been done heretofore; and that no one shall witness such executions, except the executing officer, a sufficient guard, and such clergyman as the criminal may desire to be present on the occasion, together with the relatives of the Criminal. Public' executions abolished. Who may witness executions. 8. SEC. II. Any officer violating the provisions of the first section of this act, shall be liable to indictment and punishment for involuntary manslaughter in the commission of a lawful act in an unlawful manner. Penalty in officer for violation of this act. 9. SEC. III. It shall be the duty of the Inferior Courts in the several counties of this State, whose Jails are not capable of being arranged for the private execution of Criminals, (whenever it becomes necessary to execute a Criminal,) to have constructed such enclosures around their Jails, as will effectually exclude from public view any gallows erected within the same; and for this purpose, they are authorized to levy, if necessary, an extraordinary tax, for the payment of such enclosure, or other work necessary to be done in carrying out the provisions of this act; Provided, That it shall be in the power of the Judges of the Inferior Courts to order the execution of Criminals to take place in private as provided for by this bill, or in public, in their discretion; and that the body of the criminal, when executed, be submitted to the inspection and examination of a committee of Physicians, to determine if death has supervened. Duty in Inf'r. Courts in preparing place for executions. Justices may levy tax to defray expenses of preparing such place. But the Judges of Inf'r. Courts may order execution to take place in public. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. TITLE XVIII. PENITENTIARY. Pay of Penitentiary Guards to be $1 per day, besides rations, and to be paid quarterly. (No. 84.) An Act to fix the pay of the Guard of the State Penitentiary, for the future. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the pay of each person employed on the Guard of the State Penitentiary, shall be one dollar per day, besides rations as now allowed; to be paid quarterly, as is customary, by said Institution. * * By Act of 23d December, 1840, section 1, Rule 33, for the Government of the Penitentiary, T. R. R. Cobb's new Dig. p. 879, the pay of privates of the Guard, was fixed at $20, per month, with rations. See, also, ibid. p. 883, section 2. of Act of 21 December, 843. Pay of guard Pent'y. to be $1 per day besides rations. To be paid quarterly. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, 17th Dec., 1859.

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TITLE XIX. RAILROADS. Section 1. The 1st,2d and 3d sections of Act of 22d January, 1852, repealed. Section 2. Regulations as to putting up posts on line of R. R. near public roads, and for running engines and blowing whistles near such crossings. Section 3. Penalty for neglect, fine not less than $500, nor more than $1000. (No. 85.) An Act to repeal the first, second and the third sections of an act, to prescribe certain rules and regulations to be observed by the several Railroad companies, in running Engines upon their respective tracks, and annex a penalty for the violation of the same, approved, January 22 d, 1852, and to substitute two sections in lieu of said second and third sections. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the first, second and third sections of the above recited act, be, and the same are hereby repealed, and the following shall be, and are hereby adopted, in lieu of said second and third sections, to-wit: The 1, 2, and 3d Sections of act of 22d Jan. 1852, repealed. 2. SEC. II. Be it enacted, c., That the several Railroad companies in this State, shall cause to be fixed on the line of their tracks, and at the distance of four hundred yards from the centre of each public Road, on each side of said Road, a post; and the Engineer shall be required, whenever he shall arrive at either of said posts, to blow the whistle of the Engine; and shall moreover be required to check the speed of said Engine, so as to enable him to stop said Engine, should any person or thing be crossing said track on said public Road. Regulations as to putting up posts on line of R. R. near crossing of public roads, and for running engines and blowing whistles near such crossings. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That should any company fail or neglect to put up said post, as required by the second section of this act, the President and Directors of such company, shall each be guilty of a misdemeanor; and upon indictment and conviction thereof, in the county where such failure occurs, shall each be subject to fine of not less than five hundred, nor more than one thousand dollars. * * For the Act of which this is amendatory, see Acts of 1851-2. p's. 108 and 109. Supreme Court Decision.The law requiring blow posts to be erected by railroads at the distance of two hundred yards from crossings, signals to be given at the approach of trains c., may be looked to as indicative of the legislative mind, as to the question of diligence, in suits against them, 24 Ga. Rep. 75. A Plaintiff may recover against a Railroad Company, for an injury done to his person or property, altho' not without fault himself, if the injury was the result of gross negligence on the part of the Company, and could have been avoided by the exercise of ordinary care. Id. It is not unqualifiedly true that no particular speed is required by law, of Railroads. The train must be so checked as to enable the engineer to stop his engine at crossings, to avoid collisions; and it is not incumbent upon the Plaintiff to show that the speed was reckless, and that the engineer could not have stopped his train before reaching the crossing; or that he saw the obstruction and heedlessly proceeded, Id. The failure of a Railroad to comply with the requisitions of law, does not necessarily make a Road liable for damages; nevertheless, it will be sufficient, usually, to constitute a prima facie case of a want of due diligence, Id. Penalty for neglect, a fine not less than $500 00 nor more than $1000 00. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859.

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TITLE XX. ROADS, BRIDGES AND FERRIES. SEC. 1. Persons stopping up, c., a public road, guilty of malicious mischief. penalty, fine and imprisonment. SEC. 2. Negroes employed by Contractor on Railroads exempt from road duty on certain conditions. SEC. 3. Boards indicating rates of toll or ferriage must be put up at SEC. 3. toll-bridges, ferries and turn-pike-gates. Penalty for failure increased. SEC. 4. Excessive charge, penalty $10 fine. SEC. 5. Violation of this act subjects offender to indictment in Superior Court. (No. 86.) An Act to amend the Road Laws of this State, approved the nineteenth day of December, 1818, and to punish persons for violating the same. * * See Sec. IX. of Act 19th December, 1818, T. R. R. Cobb's New Digest, p. 949. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That if any person shall be guilty of stopping up, or obstructing, any public road of said State, upon information received by any commissioner or overseer of any district wherein said road is obstructed, shall notify the person obstructing the same to remove the obstruction, and upon failing to do so, shall be subject to be indicted for malicious mischief; and upon conviction, shall be fined or imprisoned, or both, at the discretion of the Court. Persons stopping up or obstructing public road, guilty of malicious mischief. Penalty, fine and imprisonment. SEC. 2nd. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to Dec. 15th, 1859. (No. 87.) An Act to exempt negroes employed by Contractors in the construction of Railroads, from liability to work on roads, on certain conditions. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, all negroes employed by contractors in constructing Railroads in this State, are exempt from liability to work on the public roads; provided, the contractor, so having negroes in his employment, shall pay to the proper Overseer of Roads, the sum of one dollar per day, for each hand, where and while liable to work on the public Roads. Negroes employed by contractors on R R's exempt from road duty, on certain conditions. Assented to, Dec. 17, 1858. (No. 88.) An Act to amend an act to regulate Toll Bridges, Ferries and Turnpike Roads, approved December 22 d, 1808, and to prescribe certain penalties for violation of said act. * * For Act of 22d Dec., 1808, see T. R. R. Cobb's New Digest, p. 946. 3. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, if any proprietor of any Toll Bridge, Ferry, or Turnpike Road, shall fail to carry out the provisions of the act of 1808, to regulate Toll Bridges, Ferries and Turnpike Roads, shall be subject

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to a fine of not less than fifty dollars, for every week he, she, or they shall fail or refuse to comply with the provisions of the above recited act. Boards indicating rates of Ferriage or Toll must be put up at Ferries, Toll bridges and Turn pike gates. Penalty for failure. 4. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That if any Toll Bridge, Ferry, or Turnpike Road, shall charge a sum larger than the rates indicated by the Board directed to be put up by the aforesaid act, he shall, for every such offence, be fined the sum of ten dollars. [Illegible Text] charge penalty $10. 5. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That if any person shall be guilty of a violation of this act, he shall be subject to indictment in the Superior Court, as in other violations against the laws of this State. Violation of this act subjects offender to indictment in Superior Court. Assented to, 17th Dec. 1859. TITLE XXI. STATE FOUNDRY. SEC. 1. Governor to obtain information, statistics, c., as to establishment of a State Foundary, and to report to next Legislature. SEC. 2. Governor may appoint for that purpose one or more Commissioners. (No. 89.) An Act to authorize the Governor of this State, to cause to be established at some accessible and convenient place in this State, a State Foundry; and for other purposes therein mentioned. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That it shall be the duty of the Governor to obtain all the information, statistics, c., that may be in his power, in relation to the establishment in this State, of an Armory and Foundry, for the manufactury of arms and munitions of war, and to report the same to the General Assembly at its next session. Gov. to obtain information c., and report at next session as to State Foundry. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized, to appoint one or more Commissioners, or Agents, to carry out the provisions of this act. Gov. may appoint one or more commis'rs to obtain such information SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1859.

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TITLE XXII. STATE OFFICERS. SEC. 1. Additional duties prescribed to Comptroller General. SEC. 2. Treasurer and Comptroller General to report available funds only. SEC. 3. Those officers to keep their books in reference to making their Reports in conformity to this act. (No. 90.) An act to increase the duties of the Comptroller General, and to provide compensation for the same, and for other purposes herein mentioned. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That in addition to the duties now prescribed by law, of the Comptroller General, it shall be his duty, and he is hereby required, to make out for the use of the Legislature, tables containing the taxable property and other items on the tax digest of each county, for the year in which he makes his annual report. Said tables of taxables to be made out in the manner and form given in the present Comptroller General's Report for the past two years. It shall also be his duty to make out a table or tables annually, containing the polls in each county for the year immediately preceding his report; the number of voters in each county at the last general election, when the report is made; the number of children in each county, returned for participation in the educational fund; the amount drawn by each county, out of the Treasury, from the Educational fund; the amount drawn by each county for pay of members of the Legislature; the total amount drawn out of the State Treasury by each county, and the total amount of net tax paid into the Treasury by each county, for the year immediately preceding his report; and that he be authorized to furnish such other statistical information connected with his office, which, in his judgment, may be useful to the Legislature; and for compensation therefor, five hundred dollars is hereby annually appropriated for Glerk hire, to be paid quarterly by the Governor's warrant on the Treasury, in favor of the Comptroller General for the same. Additional duties of Comp. Gen. Form of Tables. Polls in each county. Voters in each county. Children in each county entitled to educational fund Am't drawn from Treas'y by each co. for education. For pay of members. Total Am't by each co. drawn and Paid in. Statistics useful to legislation. $500 for Cl'k hire. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Treasurer and Comptroller General, hereafter, in making their reports for the 20th October, in each year, be required to report only the available funds, or cash, in the Treasury, as the ballance in the Treasury; and that they be directed hereafter to report separately; and under the head of Assets belonging to the State, all Bank or Railroad Stocks, or bonds, or other assets belonging to the State. The Western Atlantic Railroad to be reported without any stipulated value being assessed to the same. Treas'r and Compt. Gen. hereafter report only available funds Report separately under head Assets belonging to State. W. A. R. R. reported without [Illegible Text] 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Treasurer and Comptroller General be authorized to make such transfers and alterations

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on their books, as to report in accordance with the foregoing section. And that the items of Darien Bank Bills, Western and Atlantic Railroad Script, and uncurrent funds now reported as a ballance in the Treasury, be sealed up, and remain in the Treasury, and be left out of all future annual Reports of the Treasurer and Comptroller General, should the Finance Committee so advise. Must fix their books to conform to foregoing sec. Darien Bk., W. A. R. R. Script and uncurrent funds left out if Finance Com. advise it. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. TITLE XXIII. SLAVES AND FREE PERSONS OF COLOR. Sec. 1. Post mortem manumission of slaves prohibited. Sec. 2. Free negroes not to be brought or come into this State. For violation, such free negroes to be sold into slavery. Mode of trial, conviction and sale. Proviso. Sec. 3. Jurisdiction in such cases in Superior Courts. Burden of proof to rest on free negroes. Sec. 4. Colored seamen exempt from this act. Sec. 5. Vagrancy in free negroes made indictable. Penalty, to be sold into slavery for a time, in discretion of the Court. Sec. 6. Manner of sale. Sheriff to make title, c. Affidavit to be made by purchaser. (No. 91.) An Act to prohibit the post mortem manumission of slaves. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted c., That from and after the passage of this act, any and every clause in any deed, will, or other instrument made for the purpose of conferring freedom on slaves, directly or indirectly, within or without the State, to take effect after the death of the owner, shall be absolutely null and void. Post mortem manumission of slaves, prohibited. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. SUPREME COURT DECISION.A will directing the Executor, after the payment of the debts of the testator, which were small, and the estate, independent of the negro property, ample to discharge them, to remove the testator's slaves to some free State to be selected by the Executor, and there to set them free, is not contrary to the laws of this State, nor within the Acts of 1801 and 1818, prohibiting manumission in this State, except by the sanction of the Legislature, (Benning, J. dissenting,) XXV, Ga. Rep. 109. (No. 92.) An Act to prevent free persons of color, commonly known as free negroes, from being brought or coming into the State of Georgia. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall not be lawful for any free person or persons of color, commonly known as free negroes, now residing, or who shall reside after the passage of this act in any State of this Confederacy, or foreign country, to come, or be brought into this State; and any and all free person or persons of color who shall come or be brought into this State, after the passage of this act, in violation thereof, shall, on conviction of said violation, be sold as a slave or

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slaves, by the Sheriff of the county in which said conviction shall be made. Free negroes not to be brought, or to come into this State. Those coming or being brought in, in violation of this act, to be sold into slavery. Said Sheriff is hereby authorized to make titles to the purchaser, or purchasers of the samethe net proceeds of such sale, shall be paid, one-half to the Informer, the other half to county purposesand the person or persons bringing into this State, or aiding in any manner, any such free person, or persons, to come into this State, shall be guilty of a high misdemeanor; and on indictment for the same and conviction thereof, shall be fined in a sum not less than one thousand dollars, and imprisoned in the Jail of the county in which such indictment shall, or may be preferred, not less than twelve months; Provided, however, that if any free person or persons of color, shall be brought or come into this State, within six months after the passage of this act, such person or persons shall not be subject to the pains and penalties of the same, until after thirty days notice shall have been given. Sh'ff. to make titlesproceeds of sales. Persons bringing into the State such free negroes, subject to indictmentpenalty. Proviso as to those who are brought into State within 6 mos. after passage of this act. 3. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Superior Courts of the several counties of this State, shall have jurisdiction of the several offences created or mentioned by this act. Supr. Courts to have jurisdiction in all cases under this act. And in all cases, the burden of proof shall be on such person or persons of color, so charged with the violation of this act, to show himself, herself, or themselves, exempt from its operations. Burden of proof to rest on free negro. 4. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all laws and parts of laws militating against this act, be, and the same are hereby repealed, except such as provide for the arrival and departure of colored Seamen. Colored seamen excepted in this act. Assented to Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 93.) An Act to define and panish Vagrancy in free persons of color, and for other purposes. 5. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That any free person of color wandering or strolling about, or leading an idle, immoral or profligate course of life, shall be deemed and considered a Vagrant, and shall be indicted as such, as in other cases, and upon conviction, shall be punished by being sold into slavery, for any given time, in the discretion of the Judge of the Superior Court; which Court alone shall have jurisdiction of the offence; provided, such term of slavery shall not exceed two years, for the first offence, and upon conviction of the second offence, such free person of color so offending, shall be sold into perpetual slavery. Vagrancy in Free negroes, indictable. Penalty, to be sold into slavery for a time in discretion of court, for first offencefor second, to be sold absolutely. 6. SEC. II. When a free person of color is convicted of the offence of Vagrancy, the Judge shall pass an order requiring the Sheriff to advertise in some public Gazette of the State, the length of time for which such free person of color is to be sold, also the place and time of sale; and the rules and regulations which now govern Sheriff sales of slaves, shall also govern sales of free persons of color, except in such respects as are particularly provided for in this act; the sale shall always be for cash, and the amount of such sales,

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after deducting cost of trial, jail fees, if any, and advertising, shall become a part of the public school fund of the county where the free person of color convicted of Vagrancy has been tried and condemned; the Sheriff shall make the purchaser of such convicted free person of color, a title for the time through which his purchase extends, and shall recite in the title, the order under which such convicted free person of color was sold, also the price paid, and the time when sold; and the purchaser at any such sale at public outcry, shall make an affidavit before some judicial officer in this State, which shall be recorded with the proceedings in the case, that such purchaser has purchased said free negro, for the purpose of reducing him into absolute, and not nominal bondage. Manner of saleSh'ff. to make titles, c. Affidavit to be made by purchaser. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. TITLE XXIV. TAX. Sec. 1. Appraisers to be sworn. Sec. 2. Titles to be made by Sheriff or Constable, when property is sold under tax fi fa. Sec. 3. Tax on Lotteries and Insurance Companies to be paid to State Treasurer. Sec. 4. Tax on Express Companies to be paid in same way. Penalty for neglect. Sec. 5. Act to regulate agencies in this State of Foreign Insurance Companies postponed in its operations to 1st Dec., 1860. Sec. 6. Returns of taxable property may be made to Clerk Superior Court in certain cases. Sec. 7. Duty of Clerk in reference theroto. Sec. 8. Exemption of $200 value of taxable property not allowed to non-resident tax payer. (No. 94.) An Act to alter the Tax Laws of this State. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, whenever a dispute or misunderstanding shall occur between the Tax Receiver and any tax payer, as to the true value of the property given in, and any other person or persons shall be called upon by the Receiver to decide between them, said person or persons shall first take an oath to do justice between the parties at variance, as aforesaid. * * See Act of 11th December, 1858. Sec. III. Acts of 1858, 103. Appraisers to be sworn. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. (No. 95.) An Act to alter and amend the second section of an act, approved, January 21 st, 1852, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 2 SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, whenever any Tax fi fa shall issue as contemplated in said act, it shall be the duty of the Sheriff or Constable to levy the same upon the property of the defendant; and when the same shall be sold, it shall be the duty of the said Sheriff, or Constable,

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to make to the purchaser of said property, good and sufficient titles thereto. Title to be made by Shff. or Const. when property is sold under Tax fi fa. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. Ref. Note.Previous to this enactment the law was unsettled as to what officer should make titles to property sold under Tax fi- fas. See Briscoe's dig. of the Tax Laws of Ga. p. 38 and 39, Note. (No. 96.) An Act to amend the act of the 11 th December, 1858, * * For this Act, see Acts of 1858, 10. in relation to the returns of Lottery Managers and Insurance Companies and Express Companies doing business in this State; and to postpone the operation of an act, entitled an act to regulate the Agencies of Foreign Insurance Companies; and to provide for the appointment of an Insurance Commissioner, approved December 14 th, This is an error; the Act alluded to, was assented to 12th Dec., 1859. 1859. 3. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the act of the 11th December, 1858, be so amended as to require Lottery Managers and Insurance Companies now taxed, to make their annual returns to the State Treasurer on the 31st of December, in each and every year. Tax on Lotteries and Insurance Cos., to be paid to State Treasurer. 4. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the act of the 11th December, 1858, be so amended as to require the principal Officers of all Express Companies doing business in this State, to make their annual returns to the State Treasurer, on the first day of April in each and every year, and to pay their tax to said Officer, free of cost of collection; and upon being in default, the additional tax or penalty stated in said act of the 11th December, 1858, shall be collected in the manner now prescribed for collecting dues from defaulting Banks. Tax on Express Cos. to be returned and paid in same manner. Penalty for neglect. 5. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of an act, entitled An act to regulate the Agencies of Foreign Insurance Companies, and to provide for the appointment of an Insurance Commissioner, approved December 14th, 1859, shall not go into operation, nor take effect, until the first day of December, 1860. Act to regulate Agencies in this State, of Foreign Ins. Cos. postponed in its operation till 1st Dec., 1860. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 97.) An Act to allow persons to make a return of their taxable property to the Clerk of the Superior Court, in certain cases, and for other purpose therein mentioned. 6. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That when any person or persons, from sickness, absence from home, or other reasonable cause, fail to make a return of their taxable property to the Receiver of Tax Returns, within the time now prescribed by law, it shall be lawful for such persons to make their returns to the Clerk of the Superior Court by the fifteenth of August, in each year; who shall be authorized to receive them in the manner now prescribed for receiving returns of taxable property. Returns of taxable property may be made to Clk. Supr Court, in certain cases.

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7. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Clerk of the Superior Court shall transmit to the Comptroller General, and the Collector, in the county where such person or persons reside, by the first of September in each year, a copy of such returns; and for his trouble, said Clerk shall be allowed to charge and receive from each of such persons, the sum of fifty cents. Duty of Clk. in ref. to such returns. Clerk's fee for receiving such return. 8. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That non-residents who may give in and pay taxes on property in this State, shall not be entitled to the exemption of two hundred dollars' value of property, as now provided for by law. Exemption of $200 value of taxable property not allowed to non-resident tax payers. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. TITLE XXV. VOLUNTEER MILITARY COMPANIES. Section 1. Stewart Volunteers incorporated. Section 2. Courts of Enquity and Courts Martial. Section 3. Exemption of members from patrol and Militia duty. Section 4. Corps to be supplied with arms c., by Governor. Section 5. Clayton Volunteers. Section 6. Sumter Light Guards. Section 7. Butler Guards. Section 8. Jefferson Blues. Section 9. Franklin county Mounted Volunteer Cavalry. Section 10. Dahlonega Blues. Section 11. Union Invincibles. Section 12. White Oak Mountain Rangers. Section 13. Bank's county Guards. Section 14. Dalton Guards. Section 15. Provisions of this act extended to all Volunteer Corps in the State. Section 16. Accounts of Cherokee Volunteers, how audited. Section 17. Time for auditing said accts., extended to 1st Jan., 1862. (No. 98.) An Act to incorporate the Stewart Volunteers, and other Volunteer Companies herein mentioned, and to extend certain privileges to them, and all other Valunteer Companies now organized, or hereafter to be organized, in this State, and for other purposes. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, so soon as such number of the citizens of the county of Stewart, being able to do Militia duty, shall associate themselves to the number of twenty-five, or more, for the purpose of becoming a Volunteer Corps, and shall have chosen their Officers, that the said Volunteer Corps, be, and the same is hereby incorporated and made a body politic and corporate, by the name and style of the Stewart Volunteers; and by and under that name, to be vested with all corporate powers to pass such by-laws, rules and regulations, as may be necessary for the government of said Company; Provided, the same be not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State; and that the said Volunteer Corps, by and under the name aforesaid, be made capable in Law, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, to have a common seal, and to hold such property, real and personal, whether obtained by gift or purchase, as may be deemed necessary or convenient for the purposes of said Association. Stewart Volunteers, incorporated. May make by-laws. Corporate Powers, c.

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2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, c., That a Board consisting of the Officers of said Company, or a majority of them, shall be competent to hold Courts of Enquiry and Courts Martial, at such times and places as said Court shall determine, to try and fine defaulters for non-attendance, or other violations of the By-Laws of said Corps. Courts Martial Courts of Enquiry. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, c., That all persons enrolled, or who may be enrolled as members of said Company, shall be exempt from all patrol and Militia duty, except such as may be required of them as members of said Company, by the By-Laws thereof, and except in times of insurrection, invasion, rebellion, or war; these exemptions, however, to continue no longer than during membership in said Company; and that the certificate of the commanding Officer of said Corps, shall be sufficient evidence of membership. Exemptions from patrol and military duty. Evidence of membership. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, c., That the Governor of this State, be, and he is hereby authorized and required, to furnish each member of said Corps, upon the application of the Officers thereof, with suitable arms and equipments, according to the Laws of this State regulating the same. Gov. to furnish arms, c., to corps. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Clayton Volunteers, located in the town of Jonesboro, in the county of Clayton. Clayton Volunteers. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Sumter Light Guards, in the town of Americus, in the county of Sumter. Sumter Light Guards. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Butler Guards, located in the town of Butler, in the county of Taylor. Butler Guards. 8. SEC. VIII Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Jefferson Blues, located in the town of Louisville, in the county of Jefferson. Jefferson Blues. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Franklin county Mounted Volunteer Cavalry, located in the town of Carnesville, in the county of Franklin. Franklin Co Mounted Vol. Cavalry. 10. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Dahlonega Blues, located in the town of Dahlonega, in the county of Lumpkin. Dahlonega Blues. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Union Invincibles, located in the town of Blairsville, in the county of Union. Union Invincibles. 12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the White Oak Mountain Rangers, located in the town of Ringgold, in the county of Catoosa. White Oak Mountain Rangers. 13. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Banks County Guards, located in the county of Banks. Bank's Co. Guards. 14. SEC. XIV. Be it further enacted, c., That the provisions of this act be, and the same are hereby extended to the Dalton Guards,

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a Company of Infantry, located in the town of Dalton, in the county of Whitfield. Dalton Guards. 15. SEC. XV. Be it further enacted, c., That all the rights, privileges and exemptions conferred by this act upon the same, (Stewart Volunteers are?) hereby extended to all Volunteer Companies now organized, or which may be hereafter organized in this State, by virtue of this act. Provisions of this act extended to all Vol. Corps in this State. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. (No. 99.) An Act to extend the time for the Cherokee Volunteers to present their claims, under the provisions of an act, approved March 3 d, 1856, * * See Acts of 1855-6, p. 261-2. and to authorize the payment of claims for rations and forage, furnished to Captain Witcher's Company, in 1838. Whereas, Rations and forage were furnished by citizens of Paulding county, to Captain Witcher's Company of Cherokee Mounted Volunteers, while in the service of the State, in the year 1838, and no compensation has heretofore been allowed for the same: Preamble. 16. SEC. I. Be it therefore enacted, c., That the Auditor of Cherokee claims, be authorized to au lit and allow any claims which may be presented to him, for rations and forage furnished to Capt. Witcher's Company of Mounted Volunteers, while in active service of the State, in 1838; Provided, it is satisfactorily proven that the said claims are for rations and forage, furnished and delivered to the said Company while in the service of the State; which said claims, when audited and allowed, shall be paid in the same manner that the monthly pay of the said Volunteers is authorized to be paid by the second section of an act, approved March 3d. 1856. Accts. of Cherokee Volunteers, how audited. 17. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the time for the Cherokee Volunteers, who served in 1838, to present their claims under the provisions of an act, approved March 3d, 1856, be extended for two years from the first of January next. Time for auditing same extended to 1st Jan. 1862. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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PART. II. LOCAL AND PRIVATE LAWS. TITLE I. ACADEMIES, COLLEGES, COMMON SCHOOLS, TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN, C. ART. I. ACADEMIES, ART. II.COLLEGES, ART. III.COMMON SCHOOLS, ART. IV.TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN. TITLE II.APPROPRIATIONS. TITLE III,CHURCHES AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. ART. I.CHURCHES, ART. II.CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. TITLE IV.CITIES AND TOWNS. TITLE V.CORPORATIONS. ART. I.AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES, ART. II.FIRE COMPANIES, ART. III.GAS COMPANIES, ART. IV.INSURANCE COMPANIES. ART. V.INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONS, ART. VI.LUMBER DRIFTING ASSOCIATIONS, ART. VII.MANUFACTURING COMPANIES, ART. VIII.MINING COMPANIES, ART. IX.SAVINGS, BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONS. TITLE VI.COUNTY LINES. TITLE VII.COUNTY OFFICERS. TITLE VIII.COUNTY REGULATIONS. TITLE IX.COUNTY SITES. TITLE X.EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND GUARDIANS. TITLE XI.INTERNAL TRANSPORTATION. ART. I.RAIL ROADS, ART. II.STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANIES, ART. III.TELEGRAPH COMPANIES, ART. IV.TURNPIKE COMPANIES. TITLE XII.MONUMENT. TITLE XIII.LAND. ART. I.GRANTS, ART. II.HEAD RIGHTS. TITLE XIV.PARDONS. TITLE XV.PATROLS. TITLE XVI.PEDDLERS. TITLE XVII.RELIEF. TITLE XVIII.ROADS AND FERRIES. ART. I.ROADS, ART. II.FERRIES. TITLE XIX.TAX. TITLE XX.VOLUNTEER COMPANIES.

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TITLE I. ACADEMIES, COLLEGES, COMMON SCHOOLS, TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN, C. ART. I. ACADEMIES. ART. II. COLLEGES, ART. III. COMMON SCHOOLS, ART. IV. TEACHERS OF POOR GHILDREN. I. ACADEMIES. SEC. 1, Truste espowers. SEC. 2, Martin Institute. SEC. 3, May use dividends, but not sell or transfer stock. SEC. 4, Officersbond of Treasurer. SEC. 5, Treasurer may receive donation and give receiptmust transfer stock. SEC. 6, Trustees capable of receiving all grants, cvacancies. SEC. 7, Part of act of 20th November, 1818, revised. SEC. 8, Bibb county Academy changed to Macon Free Schoolprivileges. SEC. 9, Trustees to receive from Ordinary their proper share of Educational Fund. SEC. 10, Corporatorsname and stylepowers. SEC. 11, Trustees appointedpowers. SEC. 12, Spring Vale Institute incorporated. SEC. 13, Powers. SEC. 14, Now individually held, vested in Trusteespowers. SEC. 15, Powers continued. SEC. 16, Powers continued, SEC. 17, Culverton Academy incorporatedpowers SEC. 18, Powers more fully defined. SEC. 19, Names of corporators of Clayton High Schoolname and stylepowers conferredto sue and [Illegible Text] cto hold real estate, c., for use of Academyto receive by gift, c., all [Illegible Text] c., and dispose of the sameto fill vacancies. SEC. 20, To make by-laws and regulations. SEC. 21, Names of corporators of Union Male and Female Academyname and stylepowers conferredperpetual successionfilling vacancies. SEC. 22, To hold real and personal estateto make by-laws and regulations. SEC. 23, To appoint teachers and officersto establish rates of tuitionto adopt all rules and regulations necessary. (No. 100.) An act to revise, alter and amend an act entitled an act, to appoint Trustees for the Jackson County Academy, and to incorporate the same, assented to 20 th November, 1818, and for other purposes therein expressed. * * See act of 20th November, 1818, Lamar's Digest, page 20. WHEREAS, All of the Trustees appointed by an act entitled an act to appoint Trustees for the Jackson County Academy, and to incorporate the same, assented to on the 20th day of November, 1818, are dead; and whereas, no regular books of record have been kept by the said Board of Trustees, so as to determine

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whether there are or have been any regular successors to the trustees appointed in said act, and whereas, William D. Martin, late of Jackson county, deceased, gave, by will, to the trustees of the Jefferson Academy and their successors in office, one hundred and fifty shares of his stock of the Georgia Railroad Banking Company: and whereas, the Jefferson Academy, and the Jackson County Academy, are one and the same Institution, and called indiscriminately by either name, and whereas, the said William D. Martin meant by the terms Trustees of the Jefferson Academy, none other than the Institution incorporated as the Trustees of the Jackson County Academy: Preamble. Preamble. 1. SEC. I. Therefore, be it enacted, That the Trustees of the Jackson County Academy, viz: Charles Witt, William S. Thompson, Samuel Watson, Dr. John Venable, J. B. S. Davis, Joshua H. Randolph, Wynn A. Worshum, Dilmus L. Jarrett, and Jackson Bell and their successors in office, be, and they are hereby declarto be a body politic and corporate, by the name and style of the trustees of the Martin Institute, that the said board of trustees, as such body politic, shall have all the powers, be capable of all the acts and doings, of the board of Trustees, specified in the above named act. Trustees. Powers. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said Institution shall be no longer known as the Jackson county Academy, but shall be hereafter known as the Martin Institute, in honor of the liberal donation of the benefactor. William D. Martin. Martin Institute. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That said Board of Trustees, and their successors in office, shall have full and ample power to use and apply the dividends accruing semi-annually, or annually, on said Railroad stock, according to the will of the said William D. Martin, deceased, but in no event shall they be allowed to encroach upon, or expend, the capital stock for any purpose, to sell or transfer the same. May use dividends but not sell or transfer stock. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Board of Trustees, shall appoint a Secretary and Treasurer, who shall be removable from office, at the pleasure of a majority of said Board of Trustees, and that said Treasurer shall give bond and good security to said Board of Trustees, in the sum of three thousand dollars, for the faithful performance of his duty as Treasurer, and on a breach of the condition of said bond, said Board of Trustees shall have the right to sue and recover on the same, in any Court having jusisdiction thereof. Officers. Bond of Treasurer. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the Treasurer appointed and qualified as aforesaid, shall be fully empowered and is fully authorized to receive the legacy given by the will of said William D. Martin, to the trustees of the Jefterson Academy, from Giles Mitchell, the executor of said Martin, and receipt for the same; and it shall be the duty of said Treasurer to have said stock transferred on the Books of said Georgia Railroad Banking Company, to the Trustees of the Martin Institute. Treasurer may receive donation and give receipt. Must transfer stock. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the said Trustees of the Martin Institute, shall be capable of accepting all grants, bequests,

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gifts, and donations, which have been, or may hereafter be bestowed upon them, and shall hold the same according to the conditions contained in such donation or bequest, and of collecting and laying out, or disposing of any monies or debts due, or that may become due the said Institution, either for tuition or otherwise; and also to fill any vacancy that may happen in such Board of Trustees. Trustees capable of accepting all gtanta c. Vacancies. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That all that part of an act entitled an act to appoint Trustees for the Jackson County Academy, and to incorporate the same, assented to the 20th November, 1818, not in conflict with the provisions of this act, be, and the same is hereby revived and continued in full force and effect. Part of Act of 20th Nov. 1818 revived. Assented to December 9th, 1859. (No. 101.) An act to alter and amend the several acts in relation to Bibb Counto Academy, and to change the name of the same. * * See act incorporating Bibb County Academy, Pamhlet Acts, 1834, page 7. 8. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the corporate name of the Trustees of Bibb county Academy be, and the same is hereby changed to that of the Macon Free School, and by that name and title, it shall succeed to, possess and enjoy, all the property, rights, franchises, and immunities, belonging or appertaining to, the Bibb County Academy, and shall be capable of suing and being sued, and doing other acts, which corporate bodies may of right do. Bibb County Academy changed to Macon Free School. Privileges. 9. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the present Trustees of Bibb county Academy, and their successors in office, shall be the Trustees of the Macon Free School, and they shall be authorized to ask, demand, and receive, from the Ordinary of Bibb county, or other functionary having the control and disbursement of the Educational Fund derived from the State, or raised by taxation, payment for the tuition of all the poor children, taught in said School, at the same rate that other teachers of poor children in the county of Bibb receive, and under the same restrictions. Trustees to receive from Ordinary their proper share of educational fund. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859, (No. 102.) An act to incorporate the Ben Hill Academy, in the county of Emanuel, and to appoint Trustees for the same. 10. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That Pickens B. Weaver, George W. Clifton, E. W. Lane, T. C. Lanier, W. W. Williams, and A. Clark, and their successors in office, are hereby declared a body corporate, under the name and style of the Ben Hill Academy, with power to use a common seal, to sue and be sued, to plead and be impleaded, in the several Courts of Law and Equity in this State, and to purchase, hold, and convey, real or personal estate. Corporators. Name and style.

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11. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said Pickens B. Weaver, George W. Clifton, E. W. Lane, T. C. Lanier, W. W. Williams, and A. Clark, are hereby appointed Trustees of said Academy, with power to fill all vacancies that may occur in their Board, to appoint and remove from office, such officers as they, or a majority of them, may think proper, and to make such by-laws as they may deem necessary for the good order and government of said Academy, not repugnant to the Constitution and laws of this State. Trustees appointed. Powers. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec 19th, 1859. (No. 103.) An act to incorporate Spring Vale Institute, located in Randolph county, Georgia. 12. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That Louis A. Goneke, Rufus M. Johnson, James Fulton, Newton J. McArthur, and Jeffereson C. Moreland, and their successors in office, be, and they are hereby constituted a body corporate and politlc, under the name and style of Spring Vale Institute. Spring Vale Institute incorporated. 13. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Trustees, and their successors in office, under the name and style aforesaid, may use a common seal, and shall be capable of suing and being sued, plead and be impleaded, and also to hold, possess, and acquire, by gift, grant, purchase, or otherwise, all manner of property, both real and personal, and to have and to hold the same, for the proper benefit and behoof of said Institution. Powers. 14. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the right and title of the land and premises now held in their individual character, as Trustees of Spring Vale Academy, be, and the same are hereby vested in the Trustees before named, and their successors in office, under their corporate name and character of Spring Vale Institute; and that they are hereby empowered to sell, lease or convey, any portion of the same, whenever the Trustees, or a majority of them, may deem it promotive of the interests of the Institution so to do. Property now individually held, vested in Trustees. Powers 15. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Trustees aforesaid, or their successors, shall have the privilege and power to increase their number to nine, whenever they may deem it proper so to do; and that said Trustees and their successors in office, shall have power to fill any vacancy which may occur in said Board, by death, resignation, removal, or otherwise. Powers continued. 16. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That said Trustees and their successors in office, shall have power to make all such Laws, Rules, and Regulations, for the government of the Institute, as they may deem fit and proper, (not conflicting with the Constitution and Laws of this State;) employ all Teachers, and necessary Officers of the Institution, and dismiss them at pleasure, and do all necessary things, that will enable them to to conduct the Institution

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in a manner profitable and advantageous to the country and community in which it is situated. Powers continued. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. (No. 104.) An act to incorporate Culverton Academy, in Hancock County, and to appoint Trustees for the same, and for other purposes. 17. SEC. I. The General Assembly do hereby enact, That Jeptha V. Culver, John W. Mason, Irwin Waller, Milton Bass, James H. Middlebrook of Hancock county, be incorporated under the name of the Trustees of Culverton Academy; they shall have power to fill vacancies in their board of perpetual succession, to receive and invest donations of money or other property for the use of said Academy, and shall have all the powers and privileges granted heretofore to the most favored Academies, by the General Assembly. Corporators. Powers. 18. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Board of Trustees aforesaid, shall also have power to adopt and enforce such regulations, for the security of the morals of the youths attending said Academy, as they may think proper. Powers more fully defined. Assented to Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 105.) An Act to incorporate the Clayton High School, and the Union Male and Female Academy, of the county of Greene, and for other purposes therein named. 19. SECTION I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That James B. Key, Joshua J. Hanes, James F. Johnson, Zachariah Mann, James A. Turner, Francis T. Gayton. Abner Camp, Phillip Fitzgerald, John M. Hure, Patrick H. Allen, Peter Y. Ward, Wm. C. Lee, John Camp, Jr., Joseph B. Turner, Stephen G. Dorsey, Elijah Glass and Jordan Johnson be and they are hereby constituted a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of the Trustees of the Clayton High School, in the town of Jonesboro; that they have a perpetual succession, and may have a common seal, and that they and their successors, by the name aforesaid, shall be able and capable in law and equity of sueing and being sued, pleading and being impleaded, and to be capable in law and equity of holding and possessing, and to possess, hold and retain all such real estate as now belongs to the Jonesboro Academy, and all other goods or chattels as may have been or may be conveyed to them or set apart in a legal way, for the use of said Clayton High School; also to receive by purchase, gift, bequest or devise, lands, tenements, goods and chattels and other estate, and the same to dispose of in any way they may deem proper, for the use of said High School, and that the said corporation and their successors shall have power to fill all vacancies occurring in their number from time to time,

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by death resignation or otherwise, at a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees. Names of Corporators of Clayton High School. Name and style. Powers conferred. To sue and be sued, c. To hold real estate, c. for use of said Academy. To receive by gift c. all lands, c., and dispose of the same. To fill vacancies. 20. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Trustees of said Clayton High School, and their successors in office shall have power to make any by-laws or regulations to govern said High School. To make by-laws and regulations. 21. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That Daniel Hall, W. H. Brimbery, Lindsey Jacks, Redmond Asberry, and John J. Freeman are hereby appointed Trustees, and are also constituted a body corporate, under the name and style of the Trustees of the Union Male and Female Academy, of the county of Greene, with the right of perpetual succession, and the power of filling all vacancies that may occur in their body in any manner whatever. Names of Corporators of Union Male and Female Academy. Name and style. Power conferred, Perpetual Successor. Filling vacancies. 22. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Trustees shall be capable of holding real and personal estate that may belong to said Academy, or may hereafter be acquired by them, either by gift, grant or otherwise, to sue and be sued, to plead and be impleaded, and to make such by-laws and regulations for the government of said Academy as they may deem necessary, not repugnant to the Constitution and laws of this State. Holding real and personal estate. To make by-laws and regulations. 23. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the said Trustees and their successors in office shall have power and authority to appoint such teachers and officers as they or a majority of them may think proper, and remove the same from office for the neglect of duty; establish the rates of tution, and adopt all such rules and regulations as the good of said Academy may require. To appoint teachers and officers. To establish rates of tuition. To adopt all rules and regulations necessary. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. POWDER SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL. (For Act incorporating Powder Springs High School, see Act No. 202, incorporating the town of Powder Springs.

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ART. II. COLLEGES. Section 24. Lucy Cobb Institute incorpated, Trustees and their powers. Section 25. Corporators, Jenner Medical Society incorporated, powers and privileges. Section 26. Constitution, By-Laws, c. Section 27. Officers, how appointed. Section 28. Sufficient fund raised, one young man to be annually educated in Oglethorpe Medical College, selected by Corporators of College. Section 29. Lumpkin Law School incorporated, powers. Section 30. Diplomas Fees, Oath, may practice Law. Section 31. Botanic Medical College, Charter so amended as to give power to grant licenses to practice Physic. Section 32. Middle Georgia Medical College incorporated, powers. Section 33. Trustees, Powers, Vacancies, Quorum. Section 34. Diploma. Section 35. Powers. Section 36. F. M. College incorporated. Trustees. Section 37. Privileges. Section 38. Trustees may elect President and Professors, Tuition, Rules. Section 39. Hold personal and real estate. Vacancies filled by Americus Lodge. Section 40. By-Laws for Board, Power of removing teachers, Proviso. Section 41. Exempt from taxation. (No. 106.) An Act to incorporate the Lucy Cobb Institute for the education of young ladies, in the town of Athens. 24. SECTION 1st. Be it enacted, c., That Henry Hull, Jr., John H. Newton, Henry R. J. Long, Stephen Thomas and Thomas R. R. Cobb, and their successors in office, as Trustees of the Lucy Cobb Institute, in the town of Athens be, and they are hereby incorporated under the style and corporate name of the Lucy Cobb Institute and as such may sue and be sued, may hold property real and personal, accept donations and legacies, and do all other acts necessary to the educational purposes for which the same is organized, any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Lucy Cobb Institute incorporated. Trustees and their powers. Assented to, Dec. 2d, 1859. (No. 107.) An Act to incorporate the Jenner Medical Society of Oglethorpe Medical College at Savannah. Whereas, The Faculty and Students of Oglethorpe Medical College, prompted by the hope of advancing the usefulness of the Institution by promoting the facility of Literary and Scientific acquirements, and by affording the means of a professional education to indignent worthy young men, have organized a society, and desire to be incorporated in order more effectually to accomplish their object. Preamble. 25. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That H. L. Bird, M. D., W. T. Floy, M. D., H. J. Schley, E. J. Harden, Thomas H. Bivins, H. A. Blair, M. D., R. R. Dawson, T. Addison and J. M. Cooper, and their successors be, and they are hereby constituted a body corporate by the name of the Jenner Medical Society, of Oglethorpe Medical College; and as such, and under the name shall be and are hereby vested and endowed with all the rights, powers, privileges and capacities incident or appertaining to corporations, and shall be

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competent to acquire, receive, hold and enjoy, and to dispose of all money and property, of every discription which may be given, granted, conveyed, devised or bequeathed to them by their corporate name, or to them as a Society or Association, for the objects and purposes aforesaid; and shall have power to make and enter into, under their corporate seal, or otherwise any contract touching the objects of their corporation. Corporators. Juner Medical Society incorporated. Powers and privileges. 26. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said corporators shall have power to make and establish a Constitution, and such By-Laws and regulations, in relation to the admission of members into the Society for the organization and government of the same, as they may deem expedient, as shall not be repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of the State of Georgia. Constitution, By-laws. 27. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the officers of the said society, shall consist of a President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary, to be appointed by the corporators of Oglethorpe Medical College, consisting of H. L. Bird, M. D., W. J. Floy, M. D., H. J. Schley, E. J. Harden, Thomas H. Barnes, H. A. Blair, M. D., R. R. Dawson, T. Addison and J. M. Cooper, and their successors in office, and of such other officers as may be necessary for the government of the said Society, and to be appointed or elected in such way as may be provided for in the Constitution and By-Laws of the same, and for such time as may be therein designated. Officers, How appointed. 28. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That when a sufficient fund shall be amassed, it shall be applied to the purposes of educating one indignent worthy young man annully in the Oglethorpe Medical College, to be selected and approved by the Corporators of said College and their successors in office. S'fficient fund raised, one young man annually educated in Oglethorpe Medical College. Selected by corporators of College. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 108.) An Act to incorporate the Law School of Joseph H. Lumpkin, Thomas R. R. Cobb and William H. Hull, in the town of Athens, and for other purposes. 29. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That Joseph Henry Lumpkin, William H. Hull and Thomas R. R. Cobb, and their successors forever, be and are hereby declared to be, a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of the Lumpkin Law School, with power to contract and be contracted with, sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded in the several Courts of Law and Equity in this State; also, to purchase, receive by gift, or otherwise receive, hold, possess and dispose of, for the use of said Law School, any property, real, or personal. Lumpkin Law School incorporated Powers. 30. SEC. II. It is further enacted, That the proper officers of said Law School, shall have power to grant diplomas to the graduates of said shool upon the production of which, the payment of the usual fees and taking the oath now required by law, they shall be and

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are hereby authorized, to plead and practice law, in any of the Courts of Law and Equity in this State. Diplomas. Fees. Oath. May practice law. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 109.) An Act to further amend an act entitled an act to incorporate the Trustees of the Southern Botanico Medical College, assented to, 11 th day of December, 1839. * * Incorporated 1839, pamphlet 134. 31. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the said amended act be so amend, as to authorize the faculty of said College now known as the Reform Medical College, at Macon Georgia, to grant license to practice Medicine and Surgery, and collect for the same, to such applicants as, in their judment, shall be deemed qualified to practice the profession of Physic. So. Bot. Medical College charter so amended as to give power to grant license to practice Physic. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 110.) An Act to incorporate and endow a Medical College in the city of Griffin, to be called the Middle Georgia Medical College. 32. Section I. Be it enacted, c., That Edward F. Knott, M. D., Simeon H. Sanders, M. D., John B. Chattfield, M. D., Thomas M. Darnell, M. D., J. H. Condly, M. D., Milton J. Daniel, M. D., John L. Moore, M. D., and Samuel H. Smith, M. D., and their successors be, and they are hereby declared and constituted a body corporate and politic, by the name of the Middle Georgia Medical College, located in the city of Griffin; and by that corporate name shall have perpetual succession, and be capable to sue and be sued; plead and be impleaded; answer and be answered unto; defend and be defended in all Courts and places whatsoever; to have a common seal, and the same at pleasure to change and alter; to make estabblish and ordain such a Constitution and such By-Laws, not repugnant to the Constitution of this State or of the United States, as shall from time to time be necessary or expedient; to hold property, real and personal, and to keep a book or books of record for registering all licenses to be granted by them under the provisions hereinafter made. Middle Georgia Medical College incorporated. Powers. 33. SEC. II. And be it further enacted. That Obadiah C. Gibson, John Q.A. Alford, William J. Josey, Gillen J. Greene, Leonard T. Doyal. Benson Roberts, George W. Grant and Erastus. W Beck and their successors, be and the same are hereby constituted a Board of Trustees, with full power and authority to elect a faculty and to appoint all such officers and frame all such rules and regulations, as may be necessary and proper to carry into effect the objects of this act of incorporation; and further to fill all vacancies, occurring from time to time in the said Board of Trustees; to associate with themselves from time to time, such persons as they may deem proper;

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a majority of said Board is hereby made competent to the transaction of all business in any-wise appertaining to said College. Trustees. Powers. Vacancies, Quorum. 34. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the said College shall not be authorized to issue any Diploma or confer a degree upon any student until said student shall have attended two regular courses of Lectures, in this, or one in this and one in some other, College. Diploma. 35. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the said corporate body by and with the consent of the aforesaid Board of Trustees or their successors, shall have full power and authority to establish a Medical School for instruction in the Science of Medicine and its kindred branches; to prescribe the course of study; deliver lectures, and to fix and establish such prices or compensation for instruction as they may think fit, and to grant Diplomas or licenses to their students, and other applicants upon examination and competency to practice Physic and Surgery, under such regulations as they shall adopt and establish. But in no case to grant a Diploma, or confer a degree, unless the applicant has attended the courses of Lectures prescribed in the preceding section of this Act. Powers. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 111.) An Act to incorporate Furlow Masonic Female College in the city of Americus, and to incorporate Trustees for the same. 36. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and immediately after the passage of this Act, Lewis Brewner, Timothy M. Furlow, Allen S. Cutts, William L. Johnson, A. B. Hawkes, Adam R. Brown, William J. Moore, Archibald N. Bruce, Willis A. Hawkins, John B. Price and Joseph W. Rowland, who were duly elected Trustees by Americus Lodge No. 13, of free and accepted Masons, and their successors in office be, and they are hereby constituted a body politic by the name and style of Furlow Masonic Female College. F. M. F. Female College incorporated. Trustees. 37. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Trustees and their successors in office, under the name and style aforesaid, shall be capable of suing and being sued, pleading and being impleaded, also, to have take possess and acquire by gift, grant or, purchase lands, tenements, hereditaments, goods, chattles and other estate to be used for the purpose of Education in said College. Privileges. 38. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Trustees or a majority of them, shall have power to appoint or elect a President and Professor of said College; and said President, with the concurrence of the Board of Trustees or a majority of them, shall have power to establish rates of Tuition, prescribe a course of study, make and appoint such rules and regulations for the internal Government of the College, as the good of said College may require. Trustees may elect President and Professors. Tuition, Rules. 39. SEC. 1V. And be it further enacted, That said Trustees or their successors in affice, shall be capable of holding personal and real estate, all gifts, grants and immunities, which may now belong or appertain to said College, or which may hereafter be conveyed to

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the Trustees thereof, or to their successors in office, for the benefit of the same; and that when any vacancy may happen by death resignation or otherwise of any one or more of said Trustees or their successors in Office Americus Lodge No. 13, Free and Accepted Masons, shall fill said vacancy. Hold personal and real estate. Vacancies filled by Americus Lodge. 40. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Board of Trustees or their successors in office, or a majority of them, shall have power to make such laws, by-laws and rules for the government of the Board, and the management of the College, as they may deem proper and fit for said College and Board of Trustees; and that said Board of Trustees shall have power to elect all officers and teachers of said College, and discontinue or remove those so elected whenever they think proper; Provided, that nothing in this act be repugnant to the Constitution of the United States, or of the State of Georgia. By-laws for Board. Power of removing teachers. Proviso. 41. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the real and personal property of said corporation be, and the same are hereby exempted from all taxation, so long as the same is used for purposes of education. Exempt from taxation. SEC. VII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. ART. III.COMMON SCHOOLS. SEC. 42. Prescribes the duty of the Ordinary of Habersham county in relation to the common school funds of said county. SEC. 43. Teachers of 1858 to be paid. SEC. 44. Foregoing applies to 1858 only. SEC. 45. Odinary shall take Academy fund and pay balances due for teaching prior to 1852, and what may be left shall make a part of Common School fund. SEC. 46. Greene county relieved for 1859 from a part of the Education Act, c. SEC. 47. Ordinary of Greene must settle with all Teachers in said county for 1859. SEC. 48. Ordinary of Baldwin must settle with Mrs. Barnett for 1857-8 and Miss C. Fair for 1858. SEC. 49 Trustees of Common School fund of Hall county appointed examiners of teachers. SEC. 50 Manner of using the Common School fund for Walker county. SEC. 51 Election to be in each school district of Fannin county for 3 Trusteesthree free holders to open the pollsReturn of election to be made to Ordinary of said countyOne receiving the largest number of votes to give bond and securityTrustees to take oath to discharge their duties faithfully. SEC. 52. Trustees to employ competent teachersand to provide suitable school houses. SEC. 53. They shall report to the Ordinary of said county the number of children entitled to the benefit of the poor school fund. SEC. 54. Trustees to visit each school not less than three times in a session of five months, nor less than 6 times in a year. SEC. 55. Ordinary of said county to pay over their proportion of money to each of the Trustees. SEC. 56. Trustees to pay it out to a teacher or teachers in one month after it comes into their hands. SEC. 57. Money to be paid to the support of schools taught in the year it is raised and not to old accounts. SEC. 58. Residue in hands of Trustees to be credited to school fund of next year. SEC. 59. Two Trustees not giving bond to audit the accounts of the teachers. SEC. 60. Treasurers of school districts of Lumpkin county required to pay unspent school funds in hand to Ordinary, to be held for each district from which the money came. SEC. 61. Treasurers refuse, Ordinary empowered to collect amount by execution in hands of Treasurer. SEC. 62. Duty of Ordinary of Screven. SEC. 63. 2d Sec. of education act of 1858 amended for Murray and Dade. Elementary to mean spelling, reading, writing, c.

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SEC. 64. Lines of school districts permanently establishedhow changed. SEC. 65. 3 Trustees elected annually for each district on 3d Saturday in Januaryvoterselections how ManagedDuty of OrdinaryOath of Trustees. SEC. 66. Trustees to be a Board of ExaminersCertificate. SEC. 67. Trustees to locate school houses and see to their erection. SEC. 68. Ordinary to pay school money of each district to Trusteeshow pay outMoney for districts without schools to be put at interest. SEC. 69. Districts to be numberedVacancies how filled. SEC. 70. Trustees of each district shall before the 20th of October in each year, give the Ordinary an account of their schools. SEC. 71. How Ordinary shall pay Teachers of 1859districts without schools to have money at interest till such districts shall have schools. SEC. 72. This bill applies to DadeMilitia districts to be school districts. SEC. 73. Portion of 8th section of an act of Dec. 11th 1858 on Education, repealed for Emanuel. SEC. 74. Ordinary of Jasper Ex-Officio School CommissioneroathBond. SEC. 75. List of children between 8 and 18 sent to GovernorOrdinary may draw from TreasuryFee. SEC. 76. Commissioners to appoint some one to find out number of children, c.Oath. SEC. 77. Duty of Grand Jury at each April TermDuty of Inferior Court. SEC. 78. Duty of Tax Collector. SEC. 79. Duty of CommissionerDuty of Grand Jury. SEC. 80. Duty of citizens in each neighborhoodDuty of Teachers. SEC. 81. Duty of CommissionerOathFalse oath perjury. SEC. 82. Powers of CommissionerInferior Court may sue Commissioner. SEC. 83. Commissioner shall audit all school accounts. SEC. 84. Public notice of CommissionerHow pay accounts. SEC. 85. How those may be paid who furnish lists of children. SEC. 86. This Act takes effect after 1st Jannary 1860. SEC. 87. School Districts. SEC. 88. Trustees and TreasurerAnnually electedVotersElection how held. SEC. 89. Bond of Treasurer. SEC. 90. Treasurer to pay out funds as ordered by Trustees. SEC. 91. Oath. SEC. 92. Trustees shall locate school houses. SEC. 93. Shall provide for building school houses. SEC. 94. Trustees to choose Teachers. SEC. 95. School fund how diatributed. SEC. 96. Trustees to report to Ordinary. Report copied, filed and given to Senator. SEC. 97. Vacancies. SEC. 98. Where there is no TreasurerDuty of Ordinary. SEC. 99. School districts to be numbered by Ordinary. SEC. 100. Duration of office. (No. 112.) An act to regulate the School System of Habersham county, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Ordinary of Habersham county instead of paying out the common school fund to District Trustees for the different militia Districts in said county as provided for by the Grand Jury of said county, shall himself apportion said funds to the different districts to said county, according to the number of children entitled to participate therein in each district, and shall receive and audit the accounts of teachers in said county, and pay them from the funds apportioned to the district in which the children taught resided at the time they were so taught, in full, if the funds for the district be sufficient, if then ratably, and if no school was taught in any district, or the funds thereof be not exhausted by payments for teaching, then the same shall be invested by the Ordinary for the benefit of such district, until such

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time as the same may be required to pay for teaching the children of said district. Prescribes the duty of the Ordinary of Habersham County in relation to the common school fund of said county. 43. SEC. II. And whereas there are sundry balances due teachers in said county for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-eight, Preamble. Be it, therefore, further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Ordinary before making the apportionment to the different districts as herein before provided, to set apart a sufficient amount of said common school fund to pay off and discharge said balances for said year. Teachers of 1858 to be paid. 44. SEC. III. The foregoing sections of this act shall control, and apply to the school operations of said county for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-eight, only. Foregoing applies to 1858 only. 45, SEC. IV. And whereas there is a considerable amount of the old Academy fund of said county in the hands of the Treasurer of the Board of Trustees of the Clarksville academy, therefore, Preamble. Be it further enacted, That the said Treasurer shall pay over to the Ordinary of said county all of said Academy funds belonging to the county of Habersham, after paying the subscription of five hundred dollars made by said Trustees to the Clarksville Tallulah Female Institute, and the said Ordinary shall apply said fund, or so much thereof as may be necessary to the payment of balances due in his office for teaching in said county prior to the year eighteen hundred and fifty-two; and the balance; if any left, shall become a part of the comman school fund of said county. Ordinary shall take Academy fund and pay balances due for teaching prior to 1852 and what may be left shall make a part of common school fund. Assented to, Dec. 12th, 1859. * See note to Act No. 24, Public Laws. (No. 113.) An act to suspend a part of the eighth section of an act entitled an act to provide for the education of the children of this State between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund for the extinguishment of the public debt for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-nine, so far as relates to the counties of Greene and Baldwin, and to authorize the Ordinaries of said counties to pay over to certaien teachers of said counties the school funds of said counties, and for other purposes herein mentioned. 46. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That a part of the eighth section of an act entitled an to provide for the education of the children of this State between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund for the extinguishment of the public debt, be, and the same is hereby suspended for the year eighteen hunred fifty-nine, so far as relates to the county of Greene. Greene Co. relieved for 1859 from a part of the education act, c. 47. SEC. II. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the Ordinary of said county is hereby authorized and directed to pay over to all the teachers of said county for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-nine. Ordinary of Greene must settle with all teachers in said Co. for 1859. 48. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Baldwin county be, and he is hereby authorized to pay out of any money now in his hands for educational purposes, not otherwise appropriated, such an amount as may be due to Mrs. Mary Ann

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Barnett for the tuition of poor children in said county for the years 1857 and 1858; also, such an amount as may be due to Miss Carrie Fair for tuition of poor children for the year 1858 in said county--provided, that should the same rights and privileges be extended to other teachers by legislative enactment, and there should be an insufficiency of funds in the hands of the Ordinary to pay each and all, then, that each receive a pro-rata distribution of the funds on hand, according to the amount of accounts as proven. Ordinary of Baldwin must settle with Mrs. Barnett for 1857 and 1858, and Miss Fair for 1858. Proviso. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 13th., 1859. (No. 114.) An act to amend an act entitled an act to provide for the education of the children of this State between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund for the extinguishment of the public debt, ossented to, December the 11 th, 1858, so far as the same relates to the county of Hall. * * 1858, Paphlet, 49, 50, 51. 49. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Board of Examiners required to be appointed under the eighth section of the above mentioned act for the examination of Teachers, shall hereafter in the county of Hall, be composed of Trustees of the common or poor school fund in the respective districts of said county, and that any teacher who shall procure from the said Trustees, in any district of said county, the certificate specified in said section of said act shall be entitled to the benefits of said fund in and for said county. Trustees of common school fund of Hall Co. appointed examiners of teachers. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, 13th Dec., 1859. (No. 115.) An act to alter and change the Common School Laws, * * Cobb's Digest, 1 to 7 1852, Pamph. 1, 1854, Pamp. 7, 1856, Pamph. 11, 1857, Pamph. 9 to 12, 1858 Pamph. 49 to 52. so far as relates to Walker caunty. 50. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, that so much of the common school fund as shall be sufficient to pay the tuition of the poor children of Walker county shall be so applied, and the balance, if any, to be applied as the law now directs. Manner of using the common school fund for Walker County. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. APPROVED, Dec. 14th, 1859. * 1858, Pamph., 49, 50, 51.

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(No. 116.) An act to amend an act be entitled an act to provide for the education of the children of this State, between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund for the extinguishment of the public debt, * * 1858, Pamph. 49, 50, 51. so far as relates to the county of Fannin. 51. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That on the first Saturday in January next, and on the first Saturday in January of every year thereafter, it shall be the duty of those entitled to vote for the members of the General Assembly, in each and every school district in said county, to hold an election for three Trustees in their respective school districts; and it shall be the duty of three free-holders, to swear each other, to hold such elections impartially to the best of their judgment, and it shall be the duty of one of the managers of such elections, to return to the Ordinary of said county, the names of the persons who shall have been elected, and the one receiving the largest number of votes shall give Bond and good Security to the Ordinary, for double the amount of the monies so paid into their hands for educational purposes; and said Trustees together with the others elected, shall take an oath that they will well and truely discharge their duties as Trustees, for the important interest of all entitled to the benefit of the school fund in their districts. Election to be held in each School District of Fannin Co. for 3 Trustees. Three free holders to open the polls. Return of election to be made to Ordinary of said county. One receiving the largest number of votes to give bond with good security. Trustees to take oath to discharge their duties faithfully. 52. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Trustees, so elected, or a majority of them, to employ competent teachers to teach such branches of learning as are adapted to the wants of their respective districts, and also to provide suitable houses in which to teach their schools, having due regard to the convenience of the children to be taught. Trustees to employ competent teachers. And to provide suitable school houses. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Trustees to report to the Ordinary, the number of children in their respective districts entitled to the benefit of said fund, on or before the first Monday in August in each and every year. They shall report to the Ordinary of said county the number of children entitled to the poor school fund. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Trustees, or a majority of them, shall visit said schools, so taught, in their districts, not less than three times, during every Session of three or five months, nor less than six times in twelve a months school, and examine carefully whether the children have made reasonable progress, and wether their morals have been properly cared for. Trustees to visit each school not less than 3 times in a session of 5 months, nor less than 6 times in a year. 55. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Ordinary, to pay over to the Trustees giving bond and good security, as aforesaid, their proportion of the fund in his hands for educational purposes, coming to their respective districts, and to take their receipt for the same. Ordinary to pay over their proportion of money to each of the Trustees. 56. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Trustee seceiving the money from the Ordinary, to pay it out to the teacher, or teachers, in one month after it comes into his hands; and if the fund in his hands is insufficient to pay all that is due them, then he shall pay said teachers proportionally. Trustee to pay it out to a teacher or teachers in 1 month after it comes into his hands. 57. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the monies raised by

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virtue of said educational fund, be applied to the payment of schools taught in the year the money is raised, and not to claims hereotfore unsatisfied; and that the monies drawn each year, be alone paid to the schools taught that year. Money to be paid to support of schools taught in the year it is raised, and not to old accounts. 58. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That after the Trustees shall have paid off all debts due for teaching any one year, the balance in the hands, if any, shall be a reserved fund to the credit of the next year's schooling. Residue in the hands of Trustees to be credited to school fund of next year. 59. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That the two Trustees not giving bond and security, audit the accounts presented by the Teachers, and certify to the correctness of the same; and the same shall be payable on presentation to the Treasurer trusted. Two trustees not giving bond to audit the accounts of the teachers. SEC. X. Repeals Conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17, 1859. (No. 117.) An act to require the several Treasurers of the several School Districts of the counties of Lnmpkin and Screven to return the unexpended balances of the school funds in their hands to the Ordinary of said counties and for other purposes therein mentioned 60. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the several Treasurers of the several school districts of said county of Lumkin, be and they are hereby required to pay over all unexpended balances of the poor school funds now in their hands, to the Ordinary of said connty to be held by said Ordinary for each school district respectively from which such funds are drawn. Treasurers of school districts of Lumpkin co. required to pay unspent school funds in hand to ordinary, to be held for each district from which the money came. 61. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That if any of the several Treasurers of the several school districts of said county, shall refuse to comply with the provisions of the first section of this act, the said Ordinary shall and he is hereby empowered with full authority to issue execution against such defaulting Treasurer for the amount unexpended in his hands, and said execution shall be levied and collected by the Sheriff of said county, the same as other executions and to charge the same costs therefor. If Treasurers refuse ordin'y empowered to collect am't. by execution in hands of Trearurer. 62. SEC. III. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the Ordinary or Treasurer of the common school fund of the county of Seriven be, and he is hereby authorized and required to pay the accounts of teachers of poor children in said county made prior to the passage of the act of December 11th, 1858, out of any funds in his hands not otherwise appropriated. Provided, the said Treasurer shall have satisfactory proof of the justice of said accounts, and provided further, that the payment of the same does not prejudice the authenticated claims of teachers of the last next preceding scholastic year. Duty of Ordinary of Seriven. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. APPROVED, December 17th, 1859.

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(No. 118.) An Act to alter, amend and define an act to provide for the education of the children of this State, between certain ages; assented to December 11 th, 1858, and for other purposes therein mentioned, so far as relates to the countics of Murray and Dade. 63 SEC. I The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That the second section of the above recited act be so altered and amended as to include, in the benefits of whatever sums of money may from time to time be appropriated to educational purposes, all the children taught between the ages of eight and eighteen, and so defined as in the expression Elementary, to mean the first simple, primary branches of Education, to-wit; spelling, reading, writing and the first rules of arithmetic, when at least the wants of particular Districts require only these taught; and that such educational fund shall be used for the instruction of children in these as well as in all the other branches contemplated in the act of force. 2d Section of Education act of 1858 amended for Murray and Dade. Elementary to mean spelling reading and writing c. 64. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the school Districts as laid off be adopted and their lines permanently established, and these lines shall not be changed unless it appears to the Ordinary upon complaint of a majority of the Board of Trustees hereinafter mentioned, of such District or Districts as require alteration, * * 1858, pam. 49, 50. that they are of inconvenient form and size, in that case the Ordinary, together with the county Surveyor may change these lines, consulting in every instance the interest and convenience of the county as well as of the particular District or Districts. Lines of school districts permanently established. How changed 65. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That there shall be three Common School Trustees elected annually for each District on the third Saturday in January of each and every year, by persons residing in the District, who are qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly; said elections to be held and managed by two freeholders of the District, who shall make returns thereof to the Ordinary of said county, whose duty it shall be to give to such person as elected, a certificate of election and administer to them an oath to discharge their duties faithfully and impartially. Said Trustees shall hold their office until their successors are elected and qualified; and if from any cause such elections should not take place at the time specified, the Ordinary shall appoint some other subsequent day, as early as practicable. 3 Trustees elected annually for each dist., on 3d Sat. in Jan. Voters. Elections, how managed Duty of Ordinary. Oath of trustees. 66. SEC. IV. And be it farther enacted, That said Trustees shall also constitute a Board of Examiners, with power to select, examine and provide a suitable Teacher for their District, and to call to their aid any person competent to assist in conducting said examination, said examination to be upon such elementary branches as they may deccide best suited to the wants of said District; and if such applicant be found competent to teach such branches, also to be possessed of good moral character, said Trustees shall give to him or her a certificate of qualification, which will entitle such

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Teacher to a participation in the public School fund of said District. Trustees to be a board of examiners. Certificate. 67. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Trustees shall have power to select a site for a school house; keeping in view the convenience of all interested. They shall arrange for the erection of a suitable school house on such site. They may receive contributions and shall procure the titles to the land on which said house is built, to be made in trust to them and their successors forever, dedicated to the purposes of a common school. Trustees to locate school houses and see to their erection. 68. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary, upon ascertaining the amount due each District of all monies received for school purposes, in finding which he is to be guided by the number of children of elligible age, pro rata, shall pay over to the Trustees of those Districts in which schools have been taught, their proper apportionment, to be applied to the payment of their Teachers; and shall place the remainder or the apportionments of those Districts that have not had schools, well secured, at interest, and to be added to amounts accruing the next or for succeeding years, to be used for the instruction of the children thereof, when they may have schools. Ordinary to pay school money of each District to trustees. How pay out. Money for dist's without schools to be put at interest. 69. SEC VII. And be it further enacted, That said Districts shall be numbered by the Ordinary; and should any vacancy occur in said Board of Trustees, the Ordinary shall have power to fill such vacancy by appointment, until the ensuing next election. Districts to be numbered. Vacancieshow filled. 70. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the Trustees of each and every District shall, before the 20th of October in each and every year, return to the Ordinary of said county a statement of the condition of their schools; the number of children in said District between the ages of six and eighteen, the number that have attended school, the different branches taught said children, and any other information and statistics the Ordinary may require. Trustees of each district shall before 20th Oct each year give Ordinary an account of their schools 71. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary be authorized to pay to the Teachers of the Districts in which schools have been taught, their pro rata share or proper apportionment of the common school fund for the year 1859, according to the number of children taught between the prescribed ages, and to place the apportionment or amounts according to the Districts that have had no schools according to the return of the children thereof, between the ages above mentioned, at interest well secured, to be added to such sums as may accrue for the next [Illegible Text] succeeding years until such District shall have schools, to be then applied to the tuition of the children of said District. How ordinashall pay teachers for 1859. Districts without schools to have money at interest till such districts shall have schools. 72. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the provisions of this act be extended to the county of Dade; the several Militia Districts in said county to be the school districts. This bill applies to Dade. Militia districts to be school districts. SEC. XI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 17th, 1859.

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(No. 119.) An Act to repeal a portion of the 8 th section of an act, approved December 11 th. 1858,* cntitled an act to provide for the education of the children of this State between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund for the extinguishment of the public debt, so far as the same applies to the county of Emanuel. 73. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That so much of the eighth section of an act, approved December 11th, 1858, entitled an act to provide for the education of the children of this State between certain ages, and to provide an annual sinking fund for the extinguisment of the public debt, as requires a Board of Examiners to be appointed by the Inferior Court, and directs that no Teacher shall participate in the benefits of the fund created by said act, until he shall obtain the certificate of said Board, be and the same is hereby repealed, so far as the same applies to the county of Emanuel. Portion of 8th section of au act of Dec'r. 11th 1858 on education repealed for Emanuel. Approved, December 17th, 1859. (1858, pam. 49, 50.) (No. 120. An Act to make the Ordinary of Jasper county Ex-officio School Commissioner; to require bond of him as such; to prescribe his duties; to authorize the Grand Jury of said county to levy an extra tax for school purposes; to select those children entitled to the benefits of the same, and to prescribe for the location and government of schools in said county. 74. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That the Ordinary of the county of Jasper shall be Ex-officio School Commissioner thereof, and shall take an oath to do and perform all and singular the duties of School Commissioner of said county, as required by this act, and give bond and security to the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county, and their successors in office, in such an amount as they may from time to time think proper, to faithfully manage and apply all school and educational funds which may come to his hands, for said county. Ordinary of Jasper ex-officio school commissioner oath, bond. 75. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Commissioner, to forward each year to the Governor, or such other person as may hereafter be appointed, a list of all children in said county, between the ages of eight and eighteen, at such time as is now or may hereafter be required by law; and he is hereby authorized to draw from the Treasury by warrant from the Governor, the pro rata share of all school or educational funds to which said county may be entitled; and the Treasurer is hereby directed to pay the same to said Commissioner upon the presentation of said warrant; and said Commissioner shall be entitled to retain as a compensation for his services, three per centum on the amount received from the Treasury and no more. List of children between 8 and 13 sent to Governor. Ordinary may draw from Treasury. Fee. 76. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Commissioner, each year, to appoint one fit and proper person in each Militia District, whose duty it shall be to ascertain the number of children

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in the same, between the ages of eight and eighteen, and also the number between the ages of eighteen and twenty-one, and report the same with the names of their parents to said Commissioner, by such time as he may require, so as to be able to forward his list of those between the ages of eight and eighteen to the Goverernor, or such other person as provided in the second section of this act; and such person so appointed by said Commissioner, shall take an oath before said Commissioner, to faithfully discharge the duties required of them, as specified in this section. Com'rs to appoint some one to find the nnmber of children c. Oath. 77. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Grand Jury, selected and sworn for the April term, in each year, for said county of Jasper, to recommend the Justices of the Inferior Court thereof to assess such a per cent. upon the State tax, not exceeding one hundred per cent. as said Jury may deem right and proper, to raise an educational or school fund for said county; and it shall be the duty of said Justices to assess such per cent. as said Jury may reccommend; and if from any cause said Jury fail to recommend the assessing of any per cent., they may, in their discretion, convene for that purpose at the Court House, after the adjournment of said Court, at any time the Foreman may direct; and they may also at that time select such children between the ages of eight and twenty-one, as they may deem entitled to participate in the benefits of said fund, as hereafter mentioned. Duty of Grand Jury at each April Term. Duty of Inf'r. Court. 78. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Tax Collector of said county, to levy and collect such per cent. as said Justices may assess upon the State tax; and when collected, the same shall be paid into the hands of said Commissioner, by said Collector, taking his receipt for the same, which receipt shall be recorded in the Clerk's office of the Superior Court, of said county; but said Commissioner shall not be entitled to any commission on the same. Duty of Tax Collector. 79. SEC. VI, Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Commissioners to keep in a book for that purpose, the name of all the children in said county between the ages of eight and twenty-one, and the names of their parents, which shall be furnished said Jury upon application, and it is hereby made the duty of said Jury to select therefrom each year, such children as they consider entitled to the benefits of such fund, and to give a list of the names of the same to said Commissioner, who is hereby authorized to pay Teachers for teaching the same, Spelling, Reading, Writing Arithtic, Grammar and Geography, six cents per day for such of them as he may actually teach, upon complying with the conditions hereafter mentioned. Duty of commissioner. Duty of grand Jury. 80. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the citizens in each neighborhood where they may desire to have a school, to meet and select five Trustees from the patrons thereof, who shall regulate and superintend the same, as to them shall seem right and proper; and it shall be the duty of all Teachers to state in their accounts to said Commissioner, the number of days taught each child, and shall make oath to the same, before any officer authorized

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by law to administer an oath; and shall also produce to said Commissioner a certificate from a majority of said Trustees, that he or she has given general satisfaction to the patrons of his or her school. Duty of citizens in each neighborhood Duty of teachers. 81. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Commissioner to make out and present to the Grand Jury as aforesaid, at the April term of the Superior Court, of said county, in each year, a full and complete account current of all sums received by him, and from what sources received, and all sums paid out, and to whom paid, and amounts left over from previous years and shall make oath to the truth of the same; and a false oath therein shall be punished as perjury. Duty of commissioner. False oath perjury.. 82. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioner is is hereby made capable and authorized to receive and hold for the purpose aforesaid, all sums of money or other property, (under the direction of said Grand Jury,) which may be given or donated by deed or will, for school or educational purposes, within said county, subject to give new bond and security as said Justices may direct from time to time; and upon his failing to give a full account each year as aforesaid, of all the funds received by him, suit may be brought on the same in the name of the Justices of the Inferior Court, for the use of said county. Powers of commissioner Inf'r. Court may sue com'r. 83. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That all claims for teaching poor children, heretofore, in said county shall be submitted to said commissioner, and he shall have proof touching such service and shall pay the same when in funds, when in his judgment, under the proof, the services have been rendered and the teacher entitled to pay, having due regard to the real merits and justice of the claim, whether such children have been returned or not, and whether such Teachers have been examined or not. Com'r shall audit all school acc'ts. 84. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioner shall give notice in writing, by posting the same at the Court House door, the first day of November each year, for all Teachers to present to him a statement of their accounts for teaching such children as the Grand Jury may have selected, within such time as he may deem proper; after the expiration of which time he may, upon the proof and conditions required in the seventh section of this act, pay in full all such as have given a statement of their accounts as aforesaid, if enough funds in hand; if not enough funds to pay in full their pro rata, and if not enough funds to pay all, they shall be first paid out of the next funds in hand. Public notice of com'r. How pay accounts. 85. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, That said Jury shall have authority to order said Commissioner to pay such persons as he may have appointed to ascertain the number of children, as directed in the third section of this act, such an amount as they may consider right and proper, after they shall have faithfully discharged their duties; Provided, the amounts ordered by said Jury to be paid them, shall be paid out of the funds raised under and in pursuance of the fourth section of this act. How those may be paid who furnish lists of children.

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86. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, That this act shall take effect from and after the 4th of January, eighteen hundred and sixty. This act takes effect after 1st Jan. 1860. SEC. XIV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 121.) An act to provide for the distribution and disbursement of the Common School Fund, to which the counties of Gilmer and Lumpkin are, or may be entitled, under and by virtue of an act, passed on the eleventh day of December, eighteen hundred and fifty-eight, * * Pam. 49, 50. and for other purposes therein mentioned. 87. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the School Districts, as at present laid off and the lines separating them, are hereby ratified and established, which shall no be changed except by the Trustees, separated by said lines. School dist. 88. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That three common school trustees, and a treasurer, for each school district, shall be elected annually, on the first Saturday in February, in each and every [year?] by persons qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly of the State of Georgia. Said election to be held by at least two freeholders of said District, whose duty it shall be to give the persons elected a certificate of their election; and to give notice ten days of the time and place of any and all elections held under this Act. Trustees and Treasurer. Annually elected. Voters. Electionshow held. 89. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the said Treasurer shall give bond, with good and sufficient security, to the Ordinary of said county, for the faithful performance of his duties, in double the amount entrusted to his care. Bond of Treasurer. 90. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the said Treasurer, to disburse the funds in his hands, as he shall be directed by the said board of three trustees. Treas'r pay out fund as ordered by Trustees. 91. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the trustees elected as aforesaid, shall take an oath, before the Ordinary of said county, to discharge the duties of their office, without bias, partiality, or prejudice, and for the best interest of the cause of education in the county. Oath. 92. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That the trustees in each district shall have power to select a site for a school house, keeping in view, conveience to all the children, and a central position to all portions of the district. The trustees may, however, exercise a wise discretion, to disregard a central location, where circumstances require it. Trustees shall Locate school house. 93. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the trustees shall have power to arrange for the erection of a suitable school house on the site thus selected, may receive contributions, and shall procure the title to the land and school house, which shall be conveyed in trust, to the trustees and their successors in office, for said district, and be forever dedicated to the purpose of a Public School. Provide building school houses Title.

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94. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the trustees shall have power to select a teacher, or teachers, (he, she, or they,) having complied with the eighth section of said act, and to make such contract with such teacher of teachers, as they see fit. Trustees to choose teachers, 95. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary shall destribute the Educational fund received from the State, and School Tax for said county of Gilmer, among the several School Districts pro rata, according to the number of children between said ages in said Districts, and shall pay over the same to the Treasurer of the several Districts. The number of children to be determined by the returns of the Tax Receiver and Grand Jury, as provided in Section third of said Act. School fundhow distributed. 96. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the Trustees of each District, shall, before the twentieth of October in each and every year, return to the Ordinary, a statement of the condition of their Schools, the number of children taught, the salary paid the Teacher, and any other information of interest. Their returns shall be copied by the Ordinary. The originals filed in his office, and copies of the same given to the Senator from the county, to be laid before the Senatus Academicus. Trustees to report to Ordinary. Report cepied, filed, aud given to Senator. 97. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Ordinary on application, to fill any vacancies which may occur in the Board of Trustees, in any of the School Districts. Vacancies. 98. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That should any of the School Districts refuse or neglect to elect a District Treasurer, as provided for in the second section of this Act, then it shall be the duty of the Ordinary to pay the amount due the said Districts, as directed by the Trustees of said District. Where there is no Treasurer, duty of Ordinary. 99. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That the several School Districts shall be numbered by the number by the Ordinary of the county. School dist's to be numbered by Ord'y. 100. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the Trustees and Treasurer elected by the citizens of said Districts shall continue in office, until their successors are elected and qualified. Duration of office. 101. SEC. XV. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the provisions of this act, be extended fully to the county of Lumpkin, so far as the same is, or may be applicable. Provisions of this act extended to Lumpkin. SEC. XVI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 16th, 1859.

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ART. IV. TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN. SEC. 101. Ordinary of Muscogee to apply balance in hand after paying teachers of 1859 to paying teachers of 1853. SEC. 102. School Taxwho are benefited by this Act. SEC. 103. Ordinary of Warren county to pay Miss Dennis, c. SEC. 104. Ordinary of Butts to pay M. J. Gibson, for teaching in 1858. SEC. 105. Ordinary of Fayette county to pay J. T. Wooten, for teaching c., in 1857. SEC. 106. Ordinary of Harris to pay J. Alexander, for teaching poor children in 1853. SEC. 107. Ordinary of Pike after settling school acconnt of 1859, to pay accounts for 1858. SEC. 108. Ordinary of Henry county to pay Wm. W. Campbell $37 50 out of the Education Fund. SEC. 109. Duty of Ordinaries of Dade and Whitfield. SEC. 110. Act of March 5th, 1856, for the relief of teachers, c., to be so construed as only to give Ordinary power to pay such teachers, as therein described, out of funds unappropriated for years in which accounts may have been made. SEC. 111. Ordinary of Gordon county to make Militia Districts School Districts; to appoint 3 Trustees in each District; Duty of Trustees. SEC. 112. How teachers for 1859 shall be paid. SEC. 113. Ordinary of Talbot directed to pay William G. Boothe $65 75. SEC. 114. Ordinary of Newton to pay S. Lindsay, $6 00. SEC. 115. Ordinary of Cobb to pay Thomas Wayland, $53 25. SEC. 116. Duty of Ordinary of Columbia, proviso. SEC. 117. School Commissioner of Hart to pay Miss Crow. SEC. 118. Relief of J. F. Buchanan, proviso. SEC. 119. Relief of other teachers of poor children. SEC. 120. G. W. Lathram to be paid for teaching. SEC. 121. To authorize the Ordinary of Baldwin county, to pay $203 90 to Miss Candler. SEC. 122. Also $31 60 to L. Carrington. SEC. 123. Ordinary of DeKalb to pay Wm A. Stansell. SEC. 124. Ordinary of Campbell to pay school account of A. P. McCool. SEC. 125. Commissioners named by Inferior Court of Calhoun county, may examine teachers. SEC. 126. Ordinary of Worth to pay school account of J. R. Porter. SEC. 127. Ordinaries of Habersham and White, may pay school accounts prior to 1859. SEC. 128. Ordinary of Marion to pay to E. H. Winn $50 31, for teaching c., Proviso. SEC. 129. Ordinary of Talbot to pay Calhoun and Edwards their accounts for teaching. SEC. 130. Ordinary of Terrell to pay J. T. C. Jordan $75 for teaching. c SEC. 131. Ordinary of Clinch to pay all accounts of 1857--8, for teaching, pro-rata. SEC. 132. Relief of J. F. Jackson. SEC. 133. Relief of Miss Andrews and Miss M. E. Hall. (No. 122.) An Act for the relief of teachers of poor children in Muscogee county, in the year 1853. Whereas, In the year 1853, the Ordinary of Muscogee Muscogee county, from the funds raisd under the general Law then in force, for the education of the poor, allowed and fixed the sum which should be paid teachers of poor children, in said county, for the year aforesaid, at and after the rate of five cents per day; and whereas, before the payment of said teachers, to-wit: on the 10th day of January, 1854, an Act was approved requiring the payment of teachers for the years 1851 and 1852, out of the funds then in the hands of the Ordinary. (See Acts of 1853 and 1854, page 155,) which after adjudication by the Courts, was decided in favor of the claims of teachers in 1851 and 1852, whereby the teachers of 1853, only received

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2 cents per day, only one half the sum assigned them by the Ordinary, and said teachers of 1853 remain unpaid: Therefore; Preamble. 101. SECTION I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That the Ordinary of Muscogee county, shall be and he is hereby authorized and required to apply any balance that may remain in his hands, after the payment of teachers for the year 1859, to the payment of the claims of teachers for the year 1853; and if there be no remainder, or if the remainder be insufficient to pay said claims, then said Ordinary is authorized and required to levy and have collected by the Tax Collector of said county, in the year 1860, such a per centum, extra of the general Tax for education, upon the State Tax of said county. as shall raise a sum sufficient to pay said teachers for the year 1853, five cents per day, including what they may have heretofore been paid. Ordinary Muscogee apply balance in hand after paying teachers of 1859, to paying teachers of 1853. Extra school tax. 102. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of this act shall extend only to the teachers of such children as resided at the time, in what is now Muscogee county. Who benefitent by this act SEC. III. All conflicting laws are hereby repealed. Approved Nov. 22d, 1859. * See note to Act No. 24 Public Laws. (No. 123.) An Act to authorize and require the Ordinary of Warren county to pay Miss Harriet L. Dennis, the sum of eighty seven dollars and six cents, out of any school funds in his hands for educational purposes. 103. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the Ordinary of Warren county, do pay to Miss Harriet L. Dennis, out of any school funds in his hands for educational purposes, the sum of eighty seven dollars and six cents for teaching poor children in the year eighteen hundred and fifty-seven, or her pro-rata of the same, if there be a deficiency of said fund in his hands to pay off all claims against the same. Ordinary of warren co. to pay Miss Dennis c. Approved Dec. 9th, 1859. (No. 124.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Butts county to pay Mathew J. Gibson, for teaching poor children in said county, also to authorize the Ordinary of Fayette county to pay John T. Wooten for teaching poor children in said county, and to authorize the Ordinary of Harris county to pay John Alexander for teaching poor children in the county of Harris. 104. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the Ordinary of Butts is authorized to pay Mathew J. Gibson, the sum of ninety-one dollars and forty-seven cents, for services rendered as a teacher of a portion of the poor children of Butts county, for the year 1858, out of any such moneys as may come into his hands not otherwise appropriated. Ordinary of Butts co. to pay M. J. Gibson for teaching in 1853 c. 105. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Fayette county, shall and he is hereby authorized to pay out of any poor school funds now on hand or which may hereafter come into

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his hands, the sum of twenty-five dollars and eighty-five cents, to John T. Wooten, in said county, for the year eighteen hundred and fifty seven. Ordinary of Fayett pay J. T. Wooten for teaching [Illegible Text] 106. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Harris county, be authorized to pay out of the common school fund of said county $43 55 dollars to John Alexander a, teacher of said county, for teaching poor children in said county in the year 1853. Ordinary of Harris to pay Alexander for teachinn poor children in 1853. 3. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. (No. 125.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Pike county, to pay teachers of poor children in the county of Pike, for the year 1858, and for other purposes herein named. 107. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Ordinary of Pike county, be and he is here authorized and required to appropriate all money received by him as school commissioner for educational and poor school purposes, for the year 1859, which may be left in his hands after paying the accounts of teachers fortuition of poor children in said county, in the year 1859, to the payment of the remaining thirty-three per cent, of the accounts of teachers of poor children in said county, in the year 1858, in proportion to the amount of their several accounts respectively. Ordinary of Pike after settling school account for 1859, pay account for 1758. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. (No. 126.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Henry county to pay to William W. Campbell, tuition money for poor children for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-seven. 108. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That Q. R. Nolan Ordinary of Henry county, pay to William W. Campbell, a teacher of poor children in said county, thirty-seven dollars and fifty cents ($37 50.) for tuition for poor children, taught by said Campbell in the year eighteen hundred and fifty-seven; and that the Ordinary be authorized to take the said sum for this purpose, from the educational fund set apart to the county of Henry. Ordinary of Henry to pay Wm. H. Campbell $37 50 out of educational fund. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 127.) An Act to authorize the Ordinaries of the counties of Whitfield and Dade, to pay teachers of poor children upon certain conditions, for the year 1859. 109. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Ordinaries of the counties of Whitfield and Dade, be and they are hereby authorized and required to pay out of the school fund for the present year, such orders as may be drawn upon them by the trustees of the several school districts in said counties, for the tuition of poor children taught during

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this year by teachers who have obtained a certificate of qualification; provided, that no district shall receive more than its pro-rata share of such school fund. Dutiies of Ordinaries of Dade and Whitfield. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 128.) An Act to amend and interpret an act, for the relief of certain teachers of poor children in the county of Decatur; also, to provide for the payment of accounts of teachers of poor children throughout the State, where such children have not been returned according to Law, approved March 5 th, 1856, * * 1856, Pamphlet, 10. and that the Ordinary of Gordon county, make the Militia Districts in said county School Districts. 110. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the act for the relief of certain teachers of poor children in the county of Decatur; also, to provide for the payment of accounts of teachers of poor children throught the State, where such children have not been returned according to Law, approved March 5th, 1856, shall be so construed and understood as giving to Ordinaries only the power of paying such accounts of teachers of poor children, as therein described out of the poor school funds, which may be in their hands, unappropriated for the years in which said accounts may have been made. Act of Mar. 5th, 1856, for relief of teachers, c., to be so construed, As only to give ordinary power to pay such teachers as therein described out of funds unappropriated for years in which acc'ts may have been made. 111. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Gordon county, shall be allowed to make the Militia Districts in said county, School Districts, when it is not convenient to divide them as now laid out by said Ordinary; and the said Ordinary shall appoint or cause to be elected, three Trustees in each of said Districts, who shall be authorized and required to select not less than one, nor more than three school houses in their respective Districts, so as not to have less than twenty, nor more than one hundred children at any one school; and the Trustees aforesaid, shall select the school house as near the centre of the neighborhood as may be convenient. Ordinary of Gordon to make militia districts school districts. To appoint 3 Trustees in each district Duty of trustees. 112. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary aforesaid, shall be authorized and required to pay over the common school fund for the year 1859, to the teachers of said county of Gordon, pro-rata. How teachers for 1859 shall be paid. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 129.) An Act to allow the Orainaries of the counties of Talbot, Newton, Cobb, Columbia, and Hart to pay certain teachers, for teaching poor children in said counties, and for other purposes. Whereas, William G. Boothe did teach certain children in the county of Talbot, in the years 1856 and 1857, who were entitled to participate in the poor school fund, but who were not returned to the Ordinary of said county as the law directs. [Illegible Text]

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113. SECTION I. Be it therefore enacted, That the Ordinary of said county be, and he is hereby allowed and directed to pay to said William G. Boothe, the sum of sixty-five dollars and seventy-five cents, out of the school fund of said county, upon his making satisfactory proof to said Ordinary of the rendition of said service. Ordinary of Talbot directed to pay Wm G. Boothe $65, 75. 114. SEC. II. Be it enacted, c., That the Ordinary of Newton county be, and he is authorized to pay over to Samuel Lindsay, a former teacher of the poor in said county, the sum of six dollars, which is still due and unpaid. Ordinary of Newton to pay S. Lindsay $6. 115. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, c., That the Ordinary of Cobb county be, and he is hereby authorized to pay to Thomas Wayland of said county, out of any money of the poor school fund of said county not otherwise appropriated, fifty-three dollars and twenty-five cents, for teaching certain poor children of said county in the year 1858; provided, the same can be done without prejudice to the claims of any other teacher or teachers whose claims stand upon the same footing, and provided further, that nothing herein contained, shall be so construed as to prevent the Grand Jury and Ordinary of said county of Cobb, to give that direction to the application of the Educational fund of said county, as they may think proper under the act of the 11th of December, 1858, upon this subject. Ordinary of Cobb co. to pay Thomas Wayland $53 25. Proviso. 116. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Columbia county, be authorized to pay such poor school claims as have been presented to, and approved by said Ordinary, or his predecessor in office, belonging to Samuel Jackson and J. J. Pounds, of the aforesaid county, according to law; the aforesaid Ordinary shall be further authorized to pay all similar poor school claims, presented and approved as herein before provided, belonging to teachers in the aforesaid county, out of any school funds in his possession; Provided, the same shall only be paid out of any balance left in his hands after paying the accounts of the current year. Duty of Ordinary of Columbia. Proviso. 117. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the School Commissioner of Hart county, be, and he is hereby authorized to pay the account of Miss Catharine Crow of Hart county, for teaching poor children in Hart county. School commissioner of Hart pay Miss Crow. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 130.) An Act to authorize the Ordinaries of the counties of DeKalb and Gwinnett, to pay arrcarage due J. F. Buchanan, a teacher of poor children in said counties, for the year 1853, and for the year 1858. Whereas, J. F. Buchanan a teacher of poor children in DeKalb county in the year 1853. did not render in his account for said year within the time prescribed by law, and whereas, a certain number of poor children were taught by said Buchanan in said year, and whereas, the Ordinary of said county, has refused to pay said account because it was not returned within the time prescribed by law: Preamble.

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118. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the Ordinary of the county of DeKalb be, and he is hereby authorized and required, to pay out to said J. F. Buchanan. the amount of Principal due on his poor school account for the year 1853, to-wit: the sum of two hundred and sixty-three dollars and ninety-five cents; said money to be paid out of any poor school funds that are now or shall be in said Ordinary's hands; Provided, The same can be done without prejudice to the claim or claims of any other teacher or teachers, whose claims stand upon the same footing; and provided further, that nothing herein contained shall be so construed as to prevent the Grand Jury and Ordinary of said county of DeKalk, to give that direction to the application of the educational fund of said county, as they may think proper under the act of the 11th December, 1858; upon this subject. Relief of J. F. Buchanan. Proviso. 119. SEC. II. Be it enacted, c., That the Ordinary of the county of Gwinnett be authorized to pay J. F. Buchanan, and other teachers of poor children of said county, the amounts due them for teaching poor children in said county, not returned by the proper authorities for the year 1858; and that said Ordinary pay said demands out of any funds in his hands, for school purposes, when said demands shall be properly certified to, before said Ordinary. Relief of other teachers of poor children SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 131.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of DeKalb county, to pay G. W. Lathram for teaching poor children in said county of DeKalb. 120. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Ordinary of DeKalb, be and he is hereby authorized and required to pay over to G. W. Lathram, the sum of one hundred and ninety-two dollars and eighty-nine cents out of the school fund of of said county, for teaching poor children, in said county, in the years 1856 and 1857. G. W. Lathram to be paid for teaching. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 132.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Baldwin county to pay over to Sarah M. Candler the sum of two hundred and three dollars and ninety cents for teaching poor children in said county; and also to authorize him to pay to L. Carrington, thirty-one dollars and sixty-six cents balance [Illegible Text] him for teaching poor children in said county, for the year 1858. 121. SECTION I. The Senate and House of Representatives of the State of Georgia do enact, That the Ordinary of the county of Baldwin be and he is hereby authorized and required to pay over to Sarah M. Candler the sum of two hundred and three dollars and ninety cents, out of any money belonging to the poor school fund of said county, for the year 1859, after the payment of Teachers for services rendered in teaching for said year. To Authorize the Ordinary of Baldwin co. to pay to Miss Candler $203.

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122. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That said Ordinary be authorized to pay out of the same fund to L. Carrington, thirty-one dollars and sixty-six cents, balance due him for teaching poor children in said county, for the year 1858. Also $31, 66 to L. Carrington. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19, 1859. (No. 133.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of DeKalb County to pay over to Wm. A. Stansel the sum of three hundred and forty-eight dollars and ninety cents, for teaching poor children, in said County, for the years 1855 and 1856. 123. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the Ordinary of the county of DeKalb, be and he is hereby authorized and required to pay over to Wm. A. Stansel, the sum of three hundred and forty-eight dollars and ninety cents, out of any money belonging to the poor school fund of said county, for the year 1859, after the payment of Teachers for services rendered in teaching, for said year. Ordinary of DeKalb pay Wm. A. Stansell. SEC. II. Repeals conflictlng laws. Approved, Dec. 19, 1859. (No. 134.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Campbell County to pay A. P. McCool for teaching poor children for the year 1858. 124. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the Ordinary of Campbell county pay A. P. McCool the amount of his poor school account for teaching, the year 1858, now on file in his office, [Illegible Text] full, if there is a sufficient amount to pay the same, out of the fund drawn for the year 1859; and in case there is not a sufficient amount, pay the same pro rata with other accounts. Ordinary of Campbell pay school acc't of A. P. McCool. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 135.) An Act to give to Commissioners appointed by the Inferior Court of Calhoun county to examine Teachers, the power to decide upon their qualifications. 125. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the Commissioners appointed by the Inferior Court of Calhoun county may determine upon the qualifications of Teachers entitled to the benefit of the fund appropriated for the education of children entitled to common school fund. Commission-appointed by I court of Calhoun may examine teachers. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 15th, 1859.

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(No. 136.) An Act to require the Ordinary of Worth county to pay Isaac R. Porter, the amounts due him personally, or otherwise, for the tuition of poor children in said county. 126. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the Ordinary of the county of Worth is hereby required to pay all accounts Isaac R. Por ter holds against said county, for the tuition of poor children, out of any of the poor school fund, upon said accounts being presented properly proven. Ordinrry of Worth, pay school account of J. R. Porter. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 16th, 1859. (No. 137.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Habersham and White counties to pay off all accounts for teaching the poor children previous to the year 1859. 127. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, it shall and may be lawful for the Ordinary of Habersham and White counties, to pay off all the claims of Teachers for teaching poor children, previous to the year 1859, which the Ordinary may believe to be just, and have not been paid; to be paid out of the present school fund. Ordinary of Habersham and White may pay accounts previous to 1859. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 138.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Marion county to pay to E. H. Winn his poor school account, for the year 1853; also, the Ordinaries of Talbot, Terrell and Clinch counties, to pay certain accounts therein specified. Whereas, E. H. Winn did teach certain poor children in the connty of Marion, in the year 1853, and in consequence of the failure to have the same returned, the Ordinary of said county was not authorized to pay for the same, therefore: Preamble. 128. SECTION I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That from and immediately after the passage of this act, the Ordinary of the county of Marion is authorized to pay over to said E. H. Winn, fifty dollars and thirty-one cents, out of any unexpended money composing the poor school fund of said county, for teaching children whose parents were unable to pay their tuition, in the year 1853; Provided, the children herein provided for, were on the list of poor children for that year. Ordinary of Marion to pay to E. H. Winn $50 31 for teaching, c. Proviso. 129. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Talbot county be authorized to pay Calhoun and Edwards for teaching poor children of said county, in the year 1858; Provided, said Ordinary is satisfied that the account is just: said account to be

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paid out of any money in the Ordinary's hands belonging to the poor school fund, for either of the years 1858 or 1859. Ordinary of Talbot to pay Calhoun and Edwards their acc't. for teaching. 130. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Terrell county be and he is hereby authorized to pay over to Josiah C. T. Jordan, the sum of seventy-five dollars for teaching poor children, in the county of Terrell, in the years 1857 and 1858, whenever said Jordan shall present his claims to said Ordinary, properly proven, out of any money now in his hands for poor school purposes. Ordinary of Terrell to pay J. C. T. Jordan $75 00 for teaching c. 131. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Clinch county be authorized and directected to pay any school funds in his hands, over and above the payment of school accounts due to Teachers for services of the present year, to Teachers having accounts due them for the years 1857 and 1858, in equal proportions, according to the amounts due them. Ordinary of Clinch to pay all accounts of 1357 and 1858 for teaching pro rata. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to. Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 139.) An Act for the relief of John F. Jackson, and other persons therein mentioned. 132. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That the Ordinary of Henry county be and he is hereby authorized and required to pay over to John F. Jackson, out of any money in the county Treasury, belonging to the poor shool fund, such sums for his accounts for the years 1854, 1855, and 1856, for teaching poor children, as said John F. Jackson may prove to the satisfaction of said Ordinary. Relief of J. F. Jackson. 133. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Ordinary of Greene county be allowed to pay over to Miss Andrews, daughter of Warren Andrews, of Greene county, and Miss Mary E. Hall, of said county, their pro rata share of any poor school funds in the County Treasury, for teaching during the present year. Relief of Miss Andrews and Miss M. E. Hall. Approved, Dec. 3, 1849.

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TITLE 11. APPRORIATIONS. SEC. 1. $3 00 a volume to be paid to S. C. Reporter for reports of said Courts furnished the State. SEC. 2, Also $3 00 a volume for each copy heretofore furnished the State over 120 copies. SEC. 3. Governor's warrant. SEC. 4, $300 to be paid W. T. Williamson, for recording Journals of 1851-2. SEC. 5, Relief of James Hamilton. SEC. 6, $140 appropriated to the county of Dawson, for School Fund of 1858. SEC. 7, School Committee of Franklin and Habersham counties must pay school accounts of 1858, out of 1859 fund. SEC. 8, $250 appropriated to Arthur Haire. SEC. 9, $3000 appropriated to Cornelius Hibberts. SEC. 10, To pay for certain W. A. R. R. Script. SEC. 11, The Gov'r. authorized to refund certain money to Francis Daniel, Sheriff of Dade county, SEC. 12, Relief of the heirs of Everett Wells, deceasedproviso. SEC. 13, Relief of J. P. Wellborn. (No. 140.) An act to allow and make compensation to the Reporter of the Supreme Court for certain volumes of the decisions of said Court, furnished by him, under the provisions of the act of 1845. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That hereafter the Reporter of the Supreme Court be paid the sum of three dollars for each copy of the Report of said Court, furnished by him as required by the act, approved 10th December, 1845, organizing said Supreme Court. $3 a volume to be paid S. C. Reporter for Report of said Court furnished the State. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That said Reporter, be paid the sum of three dollars per volume, for each copy of said Reports, heretofore fernished by him to the State and Clerks of the Superior Courts, exceeding 124 copies. $3 a volume for each copy heretofore furnished the State over 120 copies. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the Governor, and he is hereby authorized, to draw his warrant upon the Treasury, for such sum as may be due, or hereafter from time to time may become due, under the provisions of this act. * * See act organizing Supreme Court, Sec. 12, Cobb's Digest, 452. Governor's warrant. Approved December 19th, 1858. (No. 141.) An act to compensate William T. Williamson, for recording the unfinish-Journals of the House of Representatives, for the years 1851, and 1852. 4. SEC. IV. Be it enacted, c., That from and immediately after the passage of this act, the Governor shall draw his warrant upon the State Treasury, in favor of W. T. Williamson, for the sum of three hundred dollars, for recording and putting index to the House Journals of 1841, and 1852. $300 00 to be paid to W. T. Williamson for recording the Journals of 1851-2. Assented to December 19th, 1859.

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(No. 142.) An act, to authorize his Excellency, the Governor, to investigate the claim of James Hamilton, Esq., for services rendered this State, and if just, to compensate him for the same. 5. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That his Excellency the Governor, be, and he is hereby requested to investigate the claim of James [Illegible Text] Esq., for certain surveys and services rendered during the administration of Governor Johnson, in the city of Columbus; and that having ascertained the value thereof, he draw his warrant on the Treasury in payment therefor, in no event to exceed the sum asked, to-wit: $250. Relief of Jas, Hamilton. Approved December 19th, 1859. * See act of 1055-6, authorizing the survey. Pam. 495. (No. 143.) An act to appropriate one hundred and forty dollars to the county of Dawson, to supply the deficit in the School Fund, for the year 1858; and to compel the School Commissioners of Franklin and Habersham counties, to pay arrearages due teachers of poor children, for 1858, out of the School Fund for 1859, before paying teachers for 1859. WHEREAS, From accident or miscarriage, all the returns of the children of Dawson county for 1858, did not reach Milledgeville in due time, and consequently said county did not receive all the money it was entitled to, as a School Fund for said year, and many teachers of poor children suffered loss, for remedy whereof: Preamble. 6. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, that the sum of one hundred and forty dollars, be, and the same is hereby appropriated, out of any money not otherwise appropriated, in the Treasury of the State, to supply said deficit of the School Fund of the county of Dawson, for the year 1858; and that his Excellency the Governor, be, and he is hereby authorized and required, to draw his warrant on the Treasury for the said sum of money, and transmit the same forthwith to the Ordinary of said county of Dawson, to be by him disbursed as the Law directs and provides. $140 appropriated to co. of Dawson for school fund of 1858. 7. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of of the School Commissioners of the counties of Franklin and Habersham, to pay all arrearages due teachers of poor children in said counties for the year 1858, out of the School Fund for 1859, before any of the accounts of 1859 shall be paid. School commissioners of Franklin and Habersham must pay school acc'ts. of 1858 out of 1859 fund before any acc'ts of 1859. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 20th, 1859. (No. 144.) An act for the relief of Arthur Haire, of the county of Cass. 8. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the sum of two hundred and ninety dollars be, and the the same is hereby appropriated to pay

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Arthur Haire, the interest due him on a voucher, with which he ought to have been credited, as an agent of the Western Atlantic Railroad, the principle only having been paid; and that his Excellency, the Governor, be authorized and required to draw his warrant on the Treasury for said sum, in favor of said Arthur Haire, and that Mark Johnson, Senator from Cass county, be authorized to draw the money on said warrant, and receipt for the same. $290 appropriated to Arthur Haire. Assented to December 14th, 1859. (No. 145.) An act for the relief of Cornelius Hibberts. WHEREAS, Cornelius Hibberts, while employed as pay master and supervisor, of the second division of the Western Atlantic Rail Road, and while acting under special orders of the Superintendant, was on the 17th day of December, 1850, disabled, while in the service of said Road, by having his hand dislocated, and both legs and his right thigh bruised and mutilated, causing considerable expense and loss of time to said Hibberts, and totally disabling him from procuring a living by manual labor. Preamble. 9. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the sum of three thousand dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated, for said purpose, as a compensation for his suffering and loss, and that his Excellency the Covernor is hereby authorized and directed to draw his warrant upon the Treasury, for the sum of money aforesaid, payable out of any moneys in the Treasury, not otherwise appropriated. $3000 appropriated to Cornelius Hibberts. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 14th, 1859. (No. 146.) An act for the relief of John W. Cardwell, of the county of Morgan, and Tomlinson Fort, of the county of Baldwin, and for other purposes. WHEREAS, John W. Cardwell of the county of Morgan, and Tomlinson Fort, of the county of Baldwin, have in their posession and owned by them, script amounting to five hundred and twenty dollars, besides interest, which was issued for labor and work done on the Western Atlantic Railroad. Preamble. And whereas, There is no provision by law for the payment of the same. 10. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the State Treasurer be, and he is hereby authorized and required, to pay to John W. Cardwell or his agent, and to Tomlinson Fort, the amount of the principal and interest of said scrip, out of any money in the treasury not otherwise appropriated, and that his Excellency the Governor, do draw his warrant for the same, upon being satisfied of the genuineness of the script, in favor of said parties, for the principle, and interest on the same. To pay Jno. W. Cardwell and Tomlinson Fort for W. A. R. R. Script. Assented to December 17th; 1859.

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(No. 147.) An act for the relief of Francis Daniel, Sheriff of the county of Dade. WHEREAS, At the December, (1858,) term, of the Superior Court of the county of Dade, Renie, a negro woman slave, was tried and convicted of the crime of murder, and was by said Court sentenced to be hung; and whereas, before the day set apart for execution, the said Renie made her escape from the common Jail of said county, and made her way into Alabama. Preamble. And whereas, Francis Daniel, Sheriff of said county, offered and paid a reward of one hundred dollars, for the recapture and delivery of the said Renie to him, at said Jail, which vigilance upon the part of the Sheriff, was the only effective means of having the judgement of the Court carried into effect, therefore, 11. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Governor of this State be, and he is hereby authorized and requested, to draw his warrant on the Treasury, in favor of Francis Daniel, Sheriff of the county of Dade, to reimburse him that amount, for money paid out for the recapture and delivery to him of Renie, a negro woman slave, who had been tried and convicted of the crime of murder, in the county of Dade, and sentenced to be hung, and had made her escape from the common Jail of said county, and made her way in-to Alabama. The Gov. authorized to refund certain money to Francis Daniel Sheriff of Dade county. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. (No. 148.) An act for the relief of the heirs of Everett Wells, deceased. 12. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That the sum of seven hundred and twenty-six dollars [$726 00] be, and is hereby appropriated, for the purpose of reimbursing the heirs of Everett Wells, deceased, for damages sustained by their father's estate, in the re-sale, by the State, of fraction of lot No. 205, 1st District of Lee county, to one Needham Sowell, after the same had been sold by the State, to said Wells, grantor for a valuable consideration; and that the Governor be authorized to draw his warrant on the Treasury for the said sum, whenever the said heirs, in person or by attorney, present their claims under this act. Provided, they release to the State of Georgia, all title or claim of right to the said fractional lot of land No. 205, 1st. District, Lee county. Relief of the heirs of Everett Wells. Proviso. Approved December 19th, 1859. (No. 149.) An act for the relief of Johnson P. Wellborn, of the county of Union. WHEREAS, Johnson P. Wellborn, of the county of Union, did lately pay to the officers of the Central Bank of Georgia, the sum of seventy dollars, and whereas, the said sum appears to have been paid by mistake, as it further appears that said sum had been previously

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paid, to-wit: in the year eighteen hundred and thirty-eight, for remedy whereof, Preamble. 13. SEC. I. The General Aesembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That the sum of ninety-five dollars be, and the same is hereby appropriated from the Treasury of the State, to reimburse the said Johnson P. Wellborn; that his Excellency the Governor be requested to draw his warrant on the Treasury for said sum, and that Elisha S. Barelay, Senator from said county of Union, be, and he is hereby authorized to receipt to the Treasurer for the same. Relief of J. P. [Illegible Text] SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. TITLE III. CHURCHES AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. ART. I.CHURCHES. ART. II.CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. ART. I. CHURCHES. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF AUGUSTA. SEC. 1. Presbyterian Church of Augusta, Pews. SEC. 2. By-Laws how established. Proxy. SEC. 3. Assessments finding. SEC. 4. Delinquents forfeit pews. SEC. 5. Pews belonging to Estates. Pro viso. SEC. 6. Pews held jointly on death of one belongs to survivor. SEC. 7. Title transferrable, but not if in arrears. (No. 150.) An Act to define and enlarge the corporate privileges heretofore granted to the First Presbyterian Church in Augusta. * * Trustees of Christ Church incorporated 1808, 44-5. Name changed to First Presbyterian Church of Augusta, 1836, pam. 78-9, Allowed to hold land, 1850, pam. 82. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passing of this Act, the First Presbyterian Church, in Augusta, shall have full power to hold, use, and enjoy any real estate in the city of Augusta, which has been, or may hereafter be, conveyed to it by gift, grant, devise, or other purchase, intended to be occupied for a church, parsonage, lecture room, session room, or school room, or as an envestment of any funds of said corporation, and said corporation shall have full power, by deed under their common seal, to convey and dispose of any, or all, of the real estate held, or to be held by them, unless expressly restrained by the terms of the instrument giving them title thereto. Presbyterian church of Augusta. Powers. 2. SEC. II. The Trustees of said corporation may call a meeting of the pew owners of said church, at any time, by giving one week's notice thereof in one or more of the newspapers of said city, and causing oral notice to be given from the pulpit of said church, at the regular morning service on the Sahbath preceding said meeting,

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and at any such meeting, or at the annual meeting now fixed by law, said pew owners may establish any such by-laws, not contrary to the Constitution and laws of this State or of the United States, as a majority may adopt. The owner of each pew, or his lawful proxy, shall have one vote in every such meeting; which is to be held, either in the church or at the lecture room. By-laws, how established. Proxy. 3. SEC. III. All assessments for church purposes, fixed on by said pew owners, at any legal meeting, shall be binding on all the pew owners, respectively, and may be collected by suit at law, of said pew owners or their legal representatives, in any court having jurisdiction of the demand. Assessments binding, 4. SEC. IV. If any pew owner shall be in arrears for the annual assessment, for two years or more, the Trustees may in their discretion, by resolution, entered on their minutes, declare the pew, or pews of the party so in arrears, to be forfeited, and, on such resolution, such pew or pews shall be forfeited to said corporation; or should said Trustees so elect, said pew or pews may be sold under execution, duly issued on a judgment for such assessment, as in case of any other property. Delinquents forfeit pews 5. SEC. V. All pews belonging to estates, on which there is no representation for two years, shall be forfeited to the corporation, and no person shall be allowed to vote, in any meeting of pew owners, as the representative of any pew belonging to a decedent, except the executors or administrators of such decedent, or their lawful proxies. Provided, That the Trustees of said corporation may in their discretion, transfer any pew forfeited under the provisions of this section, to the widow or children of any deceased pew owner, on payment of all arrears of assessment. Pews belonging to estates Proviso. 6. SEC. VI. All pews held by business firms, or by two or more persons jointly, in any form, shall, on the death of either owner, vest absolutely in the survivor, or survivors, who shall hold such pews absolutely as their own, and be liable for all assessments thereon. Pews held jointly on death of one belongs to survivor. 7. SEC. VII. The title to the pews in said church shall be transferable by the owners thereof, their legal representatives or attornies in fact, on the books of the Trustees, and in no other manner, and no pew shall be transferred on which any assessment is in arrear. Title transferable but not if in arrears. Approved, December 2nd, 1859. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PERRY AND AMERICUS LODGE, NO. 13, F. A. M. SEC. 8. Presbyterian Church in Perry incorporated. SEC. 9. Americus Lodge, F. A. M., incorporated. SEC. 10. Powers. SEC. 11. May hold property for educational purposes free of taxation (No. 151.) An Act to incorporate the Trustees of the Presbyterian Church in the town of Perry, Houston county, and to incorporate Americus Lodge, No. 13, of Free and Accepted Masons of the city of Americus, Sumter county, Georgia. 8. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That Jesse D. Havis, Spencer R. Penick, and Robert Miller, and their successors in office, be and

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they are hereby made, constituted and declared to be a body politic and corporate, under the name and style of The Trustees of the Presbyterian Church of Perry, with full power in law and equity to purchase, receive and possess to them and their successors forever, any lands and tenements, goods and chattels now owned or hereafter acquired by said church, and the same to dispose of and alienate at pleasure, for the use and benefit of said church. And the said Trustees and their successors be empowered under the name and style aforesaid to sue and be sued, to plead and be impleaded, to answer and be answered unto, in any court of law or equity in this State. Presbyterian church in Perry incorporated. Powers and privileges. 9. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, c., That Americus Lodge, No. 13, of Free and Accepted Masons, situated at Americus, in the county of Sumter, be, and the same is hereby declared a body corporate, under the name and style of Americus Lodge, No. 13, of Free and Accepted Masons. Americus Lodge incorporated. 10. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That Louis Bruner, Worshipful Master, John E. Sullivan, Senior Warden, David R. E. Winn, Junior Warden, the officers of said Lodge, and their successors in office, be and they are hereby declared capable in law or equity, of sueing and being sued, of purchasing and holding real and personal property, of giving and receiving titles for the same, to use a common seal, and to do all other things, which bodies corporate may in law do, connected with the subject of their association. Powers. 11. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the aforesaid body corporate, be, and it is hereby declared capable in law and equity of receiving, purchasing, and holding real and personal property for educational purposes, and giving and receiving titles for the same. And that the aforesaid property be free from taxation. May hold property for educational purposes free of taxation. Approved December 5th, 1859. JEFFERSON METHODIST CHURCH. SEC. 12. Ga. R. R. stock to be transferredTrustees. How dividends are to be disposed of. SEC. 13. Vacancies. (No. 152.) An Act to protect the legacy left by the last will and testament of William D. Martin, deceased, for the benefit of the Society at Jefferson, Jackson county, Georgia, of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, and for other purposes. 12. SEC. I. Be it enncted, That from and after the passage of this act the executors of the last will and testament of William D. Martin, deceased, be authorized to transfer, or have transferred, on the books of the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company, the forty shares of the capital stock of said Company bequeathed by said William D. Martin, for the benefit of the Society at Jefferson, Jackson county, Georgia, of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, to John J. McCulloch, William Winborn, and Alsa Moore,

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as Trustees of the fund, whose receipt for the same shall be a sufficient voucher for the Executor, and evidence to the Ordinary of the transfer, and who shall be authorized and empowered to draw the dividends as the same are declared, and pay them over to the proper officer of the Society at Jefferson, Jackson county, Georgia, of the Methodist Episcopal Church South; but they shall have no power to sell or transfer said stock, but the same shall remain a permanent capital for the Society at Jefferson, Jackson County, Georgia, of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, to be used and appropriated by such Society for the use and purposes specified in the last will and testament of the said William D. Martin, deceased. G. R. R. B. Co. stock to transferred, c. Trustees. Voucher. How dividends shall be disposed of No power to sell stock. 13. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said John J. McCulloch, William Winborn, Alsa Moore, Trustees as aforesaid, or any two of them, be and the same are hereby empowered to fill any vacancy that may occur in said Board of Trustees. Vacancies, how filled. Approved December 10th, 1859. HEBREW CONGREGATION. SEC. 14. CorporatorsPrivileges. SEC. 15. By-Laws. (No. 153.) An Act to incorporate the Hebrew Congregation in the city of Macon. 14. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That, H. Dessau, E. Isaacs, R. Einstein, E. Brown, M. Isaacs, M. Landuse, D. Abraham, H. Goodman, M. Felleman, W. Nordhinger, E. Einstein, L. Cohn, L. Young, M. Josephs, I. Hertzfield, I. Pfaumbocker, S. Laudner, S. Isaacs, I. Weil, D. Goldsmith, H. Crone, and others associated with them, and their successors, be and they are hereby incorporated and constituted a corporation or body politic, under the name of Kahal, Kadosh Beth Israel, (House of Israel,) and by that name they shall be capable of holding property, of using a common seal, of sueing and being sued, and of doing such other acts as bodies corporate may do. Corporators. Privileges. 15. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the said Kahal, Kadosh Beth, (House of Israel,) shall be authorized to make all by-laws, rules and regulations, for their own government which they may deem necessary and proper, and which shall not be inconsistent with the Constitution and Laws of the State of Georgia or of the United States. By-laws. Approved December 14th, 1859. CHECHARO BAPTIST CHURCH. SEC. 16. Checharo Baptist Church in Rabun county incorporated. SEC. 17. Powers of Trustees. SEC. 18. Vacancies. (No. 154.) An Act to incorporate Checharo Baptist Church in the county of Rabun and to appoint Trustees for the same. 16. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Baptist Church of Checharo, in the county of Rabun, be and the same is hereby incorporated under the name and style of the Baptist Church of Checharo

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in Rabun county, and that the limits of said corporation extend one-half mile in every direction from said church; and that Leander P. Wall, Robert Dickson, James M. Swofford, be and the same are hereby appointed Trustees for said church. Church in Rabun incorporated. Limits of corporation. Trustees. 17. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Trustees shall have full power and authority to make all needful rules and regulations for the good order and government of said church, and to regulate the retail of spirituous liquors within the said corporation, and to prohibit the sale thereof, and to suppress all disorderly conduct in regard to the same. Powers of trustees. 18. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That in ease of death or resignation of any of the Trustees aforesaid, the male members of said church, at any regular full meeting of said church, shall have full power and authority to fill such vacancy. Vacancieshow filled. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859. MADISON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. SEC. 19. How the Trustees of the Madison Presbyterian Church may be expelled, elected and commissioned. (No 155.) An Act to amend the act incorporating the Madison Presbyterian Church, so far as relates to removing and filling vacancies of Trustees, assented to December 7 th, 1841. * * One acre of land each to the Methodist, Presbyterian and Baptist Churches in Madison, 1824, pam. 34. Madison Presbyterian Church incorporated 1841, pam. 8. 19. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Trustees of the Madison Presbyterian Church shall be subject to the authority of the members of said church, or a majority of them, and may be expelled from said trust by said church, and that vacancies by death, removal, resignation or otherwise, may be filled by said members, or a majority of them. And when any vacancy shall be filled up, the same shall be certified under the hand or hands of the person or persons presiding in the session of said Church, and according to the form of government or discipline practiced by said church, which certificate shall express the names of the persons appointed to fill vacancies, and the name of the person or persons in whose place he shall be appointed, and the said certificate being recorded in the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court of Morgan county, the person or persons so appointed to fill such vacancies, shall be as fully vested with such trust as if a party named in the original deed and act of incorporation. How the trustees of the Madison Presbyterian church may be expelled, elected and commissioned. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the eighth section of the said act of incorporation, and all other acts militating against this act, be, and the same are hereby repealed. Approved December 17th, 1859.

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SEC. 20. Ga. Baptist Bible and Colporteur Society incorporated. SEC. 21. PowersOfficersBy-lawsPrivileges. (No. 156.) An act to incorporate the Georgia Baptist Bible and Colporteuers Society. WHEREAS, it is the object of this Society, to aid in the circulation of the Holy Scriptures in our own and other lands, and of religious, denominational, and Sunday School books: therefore, Preamble- SEC. 20. Be it enacted, That J. H. Devotie, H. D. Mallary, T. J. Bowen, J. E. Ryerson, J. W. Fears, S. Boykin, officers elect, and S. Landrum, J. Deloache, W. R. Cubbridge, G. S. Obear, T. B. Elfe and T. J. Mell, managers, and all others, who now are, or may hereafter become members of the Association, called and known as the Georgia Baptist Bible and Colporteur Society be, and they are hereby declared to be, a body corporate, under the name and style of the Georgia Baptist Bible and Colporteur Society. Georgia Baptist Bible and Colporteur Society incorsorated. 21. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Society shall be capable in law, of receiving any devise or bequest, and of holding and enjoying any real or personal estate whatever, acquired by purchase, gift, devise, or bequest, or in any other lawful manner whatever; and said society shall have power to buy and sell all such books as are specified in the preamble of this act; and shall have such number and succession of officers and members as shall be ordained and chosen according to the rules and by-laws made or to be made, by them for their government; and shall have power and authoriry to make such by-laws and rules and regulations as are not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State; shall have and keep a common seal, and alter the same at will; may sue and be sued, plead and be implead, in any court of law or equity in the said State, and shall have and enjoy such rights and privileges as are incident to corporate bodies. Powers. Officers. By-laws. Privileges. Approved December 17th, 1859. MOUNT VERNON ASSOCIATION. SEC. 22. Mt. Vernon Institute incorporporatedPowers granted, c. SEC. 23. RegulationsEx. Com. of 5 to be resident Boord of Comissioners of Readleville. SEC. 24. License to sell spirituous liquorsPenalty. SEC. 25. Power of Ex. Com.Gifts to Association valid. (No. 157.) An act to incorporate the Board of Trustees, of the Mount Vernon Association of Baptist Churches, appointed by said Association for the Government and management of Mount Vernon Institute at Readleville in the county of Washington, in this State; to confer upon said Board certain powers and privileges; to incorporate the town of Readleville and for other purposes. 22. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That Owen C. Pope, Isaac Smith, Wm. C. Riddle, Peter P. Smith of the county of Washington,

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and Wm. J. Harley and David W. Lewis of the county of Hancock and their associates, at present members of said Board, and their successors in office be, and they are hereby incorporated under the name and style of the Board of Trustees of the Mount Vernon Institute, in Washington county. They shall have all the powers and privileges and immunities which have been granted by the General Assembly of this State to the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee of Mercer University, and that have been granted to the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee of Washington Institute, in Hancock county in this State, so far as the same are, or may be made applicable to the location and circumstances of said Mount Vernon Institute. Mt. Vernon Institute incorporated. Powers of Trustees and Ex-Com. of Mereer University- and Washington Institute. 23. SEC. II. The said Board shall have power to adopt and enforce such regulations, of said Institute, as they deem proper.They shall also have power to appoint an Executive Committee of five, of their number, who shall act as a resident Board and shall have power to execute all orders and regulations of the General Boardand, in cases of emergency, shall act originally and independently in any mattertheir action in such emergency being subject to approval or reversal by the General Board. The Executive Committee or resident Board shall be, and they are hereby incorporated as the Board of Commissioners of the village of Readleville; and they shall have power, as such Board, to adopt all such rules and ordinances for the security of the good order of said village as they may deem proper and necessary, not inconsistent with the Constitution of the State of Georgia, and shall have power also to appoint such officer or officers, as may be required to enforce such regulations, and to fix his pay. Regulations. Ex-Com. of 5 to be resident Board. Power of resident board Ex-Com to be Board of Com'rs of Readleville Powers. Officers. 24. SEC. III. No person shall sell spirituous liquors in any quantity, within a circumference described by a radius of three miles in length, having said School or Institute building for a centre, without first having obtained the license of the Inferior Court of Washington county; and said Inferior Court shall in no case grant such license, until the person praying the same shall first cause to be sent to the Court a petition of a majority of the legal voters living within said circumference, praying the Court to grant such license; and said petition shall be signed in the hand writing of each petitioner, and if any petitioner cannot write his own name, he shall direct his name to be written on said petition, and make his mark therein, in the presence of a witness whose name shall, as such, be fixed to the petition; and any violation of this act shall be punished in the same manner as now provided by the code of the State for violation of the laws regulating the sale of spirituous liquors. How license to sell liquor may be obtained. Penalty. 25. SEC. IV. The Executive Committee shall have power to receive titles and make and convey titles to real estate, when directed by the general Board; and gifts or bequests of any money or other property, either to the Mount Vernon Association, or to the Mount Vernon Institute, or the Board of Trustees, or to the Exeeutive Committee, shall be held valid and good for the benefit

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of said Institute; all conflicting laws to the contrary notwithstanding. Powers of Ex. com. Gifts and bequests, when valid. Approved, December 17th, 1859. Sec. 26. First Presbyterian Church of Columbus incorporated. St. Luke M. E. Church, of Columbus, incorporated. St. Paul M. E. Ch'ch of Columbus, incorporated Rights and privileges granted. Sec. 27. Wesley Chapel, of Savannah, incorporated. Sec. 28. Property now held shall belong to Trustees, free af any other Corporation. First Presbyterian, St. Luke Methodist Episcopal and St. Paul Methodist Episcopal Churches of Columbus; and Wesley Chapel, Andrew Chapel and Trinity Churches, of the Methodict Episcopal Church South, in Savannah. (No. 158.) An Act to incorporate the First Presbyterian Church of the city of Columbus, and the St. Luke Methodist Episcopal Church South, of the city of Columbus, and the St. Paul Methodist Episcopal Church South, of the city of Columbus, and to amend an act entitled an act to incorporate the Trustees for Wesley Chapel, Andrew Chapel, and Trinity Church, of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, in the city of Savannah, * * See Acts of 1849, 50, pam. 80.. approved 20 th December, 1849, and to appoint separate Trustees for Wesley Chapel, in said city, and the property thereof. 26. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, William A. Redd, G. E. Thomas, A. Pond, R. A. Ware, A. G. Redd, and John Johnson, Elders of the First Presbyterian Church, of the city of Columbus, and their associates and successors in office, shall be a body corporate, under the name and style of the First Presbyterian Church, of the city of Columbus; and that Jas. M. Chambers, John A. Urquhart, Wiley E. Jones, Thomas P. F. Threewitts, Jacob Fogle, Hugh B. Dawson, Thomas W. Grimes, James A. Bradford, and John D. Carter, Trustees of the St. Luke Methodist Episcopal Church South, of the city of Columbus, and their associates and successors in office, shall be a body corporate, under the name and style of the St. Luke Methodist Episcopal Church South, of the city of Columbus; and that Robert S. Hardaway, Sr., Joel E. Hurt, James E. Flewellen, Wesley C. Hodges, Van Leonard, Henry Lockhart, Robert M. Gunby, Foster T. Chapman, and Augustus M. Allen, Trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, of the city of Columbus, and their associates and successors in office, shall be a body corporate, under the name and style of the St. Paul Methodist Episcopal Church South, of the city of Columbus; and that the said Churches respectively, by the names aforesaid, shall have and enjoy the perpetual rights and privileges of bodies corporate, with power to hold and convey property, real and personal, to make and receive donations, to contract and be contracted with, to sue and be sued, to have and use a common corporate seal, to make by-laws, rules and regulations for their government, and to do all such acts as are incidental to bodies corporate of like character and for like objects and purposes; all such

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powers and privileges, to be used, enjoyed and exercised for the use, benefit, and advantage of the members of the said several churches respectively. 1st Presbyterian church of Columbus incorporated. St. Luke M. Episcopal Church of Columbus incorporated. St. Paul's M. Episcopal Church of Columbus incorporated. Rights and privileges. 27 SECTION II. Be it enacted. That the said above recited act be so amended, as that the following named persons, to-wit Francis M. Stone, Benjamin Gammon, Alexander R. Ralston, Henry Stibbs. James A. La Roche, Charles P. Laudersbine, James E. Godfrey, Vardry Woolly, Cornelius D. Rogers, and their successors in office, be and they are hereby declared and constituted a body politic and corporate, under and by the name and style of the Trustees of the Wesley Chapel for the Methodist Episcopal Church South, in Savannah, separate and distinct from the Corporation for Trinity Church, in the said Act named and declared, and with all the rights, * powers and privileges in said act, mentioned as conferred upon the Trustees of Wesley Chapel, and separate and distinct from any other Corporation in said act mentioned. Wesley Chapel of Savannah incorporated. Powers and privileges. 28. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all the property now held and recognized as the property of said Wesley Chapel and its Trustees, shall always hereafter be considered as belonging to the said Trustees of Wesley Chapel for the Methodist Episcopal Church South, in Savannah, free and separate from the control or interference of any other Corporation, in the said recited act mentioned or constituted. Property now held shall always belong to Trustees free from any other corporation. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 19, 1859. INDIAN CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH. Sec. 29. Indian Creek Baptist Church incorporated. Sec. 30. Powers and privileges. Sec. 31. Vacancies how filled. Sec. 32. Corporate limits. Power of Trustees over liquor. Slaves and free [Illegible Text] of color (No. 159.) An Act to incorporate the Indian Creek Baptist Church, in the connty of Franklin, and to appoint Trustees for the same. 29. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That M. W. Gillespie, J. M. Brawner, A. W. Brawner, and John Moore, and their successors in office, be and they are hereby constituted a body corporate and politic, under the name of the Indian Creek Baptist Church. Indian Creek Baptist church incorporated. 30. SEC. II. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the Trustees aforesaid, under the name aforesaid, and their successors in office, may use a common seal, and be capable of suing and being sued, pleading and being impleaded, and be capable, in law of holding, possessing and enjoying, by purchase or otherwise, any lands, tenements, hereditaments, goods and chattels, and other estate, and the same to use in such manner as they see fit. Powers and privileges. 31. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That any vacancy or vacancies which may occur in said Board of Trustees, by death, resignation

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or otherwise, may be filled by a majority of the male members of said Church, at any regular meeting of said Church. Vacancies, how filled. 32. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the corporate limits of said Church shall extend one-half mile in every direction from said Church, and said Trustees shall have full power and authority to prohibit the sale of ardent spirits within said Corporation, and to fine and punish for a violation of the same, and shall have full power and authority to make all needful rules and regulations for the government of slaves and free persons of color, within said Corporation, on the days and during the hours of public worship, and to make all by-laws, rules and regulations for the good government of said Church, during the hours or time of public worship, that they may think proper, not repugnant to the laws and Constitution of the State of Georgia. Corporate limits. Power of Trustees over liquor. Slaves and free persons of Color. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 17, 1859. ART. II.CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. AUGUSTA ORPHAN ASYLUM. SEC. 1. Manner of taking children in the Augusta Orphan Asylum. Unmanageable children may be discharged. SEC. 2. Penalty for inducing a child to leave the Asylum, or secretly taking a child away. SEC. 3. Penalty for leaving child at Asylum without permission. SEC. 4. Penalty for leaving an infant under 3 years c., Penalty for aiding and abetting c. Unless coerced by white persons who then becomes principal offenders. (No. 160.) An Act in addition to the act for incorporating the Augusta Orphan Asylum and for punishing certain offences touching the same. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passing of this Act, the managers of the Asylum aforesaid, shall be authorized to receive children from their parents, or either of them, or from the Ordinary of any county, where the parents are dead; and said children may be indented, as in case of apprentices at common law, till the age of twenty-one years, during which period they shall be subject to the same control, by said managers or their proper officers, as such apprentices are at common law; and should any such child so indented, become unmanageable, or incorrigible, he or she may be discharged by said managers from said Asylum. Manner of taking children into the Augusta orphan Asylum. Unmanageable children may be discharged. 2. SEC. II. Be it enacted, c., Any person who shall take or entice away any child under the charge of said Asylum, or in any way persuade or induce such child to leave said Asylum, or secrete, harbor, or aid to escape, any child who has left said Asylum without leave, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor; and on conviction in any Court of competent jurisdiction, shall be fined not exceeding five hundred dollars, or imprisoned in the common jail not exceeding six months, or both, at the discretion of the Court; and any person who shall secretly take and carry away, by force or otherwise, any such child, shall be punished in

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like manner, by fine not exceeding one thousand dollars, or imprisonment, not exceeding one year or both at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for inducing a child to leave said Asylum. Penalty for secretly taking a child away. 3. SEC. III. Any person who shall leave a child at the Asylum, without permission of the proper officers, shall be punished as a foresaid, by fine not exceeding five hundred dollars, or imprisonment not exceeding six months, or both, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for leaving child at Asylum without [Illegible Text]. 4. SEC. IV. Any person who shall secretly leave at said Asylum any Infant under the age of three years, shall be punished as aforesaid, by a fine of one thousand dollars, or imprisonment in the common jail not exceeding one year, or both in the discretion of the Court; any free white person aiding or abetting in leaving any child as aforesaid, shall be deemed a principal offender, and punished as such, by fine not exceeding one thousand dollars, or imprisonment in the common jail not exceeding twelve months, or both, at the discretion of the Court; and any person of color so aiding or abetting shall be punished at the discretion of a Board of Magistrates, as established by law for the trial of persons of color, unless it appear that such person of color, acted under the coercion of some white person, in which case such white person shall be punished as a principal offender, by fine not exceeding five hundred dollars, or imprisonment in the common jail or both, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for leaving an infaut under [Illegible Text] years c. Penalty for aiding and abetting c. Penalty for persons of color aiding and abetting c., unless coerced by white persons who then become principal offenders. Approved Dec. 3d, 1859. Augusta Orphan Asylum incorporated 1851-2, pam., 437. HERMAN LODGE, NO. 189, F.A.M. SEC. 5. Herman Lodge incorporated. SEC. 6. Powers. SEC. 7. Contracts when binding, how sued. (No. 161.) An Act to incorporated Herman Lodge No. 189, and for other purposes therein mentioned, of Free and Accepted Masons. 5. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, that Fredrick B. Hodges, Worshipful Master, Thomas Hughes, Senior Warden, William Bowers Junior Warden, and their successors in office be, and the same are hereby declared a body corporate under the name and style of Herman Lodge, No. 189, of Hartwell, Hart county Georgia, for the purpose of conferring the three symbolic degrees of Masonry under the jurisdiction of and by virtue of a charter from the most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of Georgia, of Free and Accepted Masons. Herman Lodge incorporated. 6. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the officers and brethren of the aforesaid Lodge, and their successors shall have full power and authority to pass all such by-laws, rules and regulations for their own government as shall not conflict with the Constitution and laws of this State or the United States, or the Constitution of the Grand Lodge, that they shall have and use a common seal, may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, purchase and hold in their corporate name, real and personal property, or dispose of the same at their pleasure; and have such other, and further privileges

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and powers as are consistent with the purposes of such an organization. Powers, 7. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all proceedings by the said Lodge in its corporate capacity shall be in the name of the Worshipful Master and Wardens thereof, and shall be attested by the signature of the Secretary, and the seal of the Lodge; that all its contracts made in that form shall be good and valid, in Law and Equity, and the real and personal estate of their Lodge as a body corporate, be bound therefor, but not the property of its individual members unless by a special contract; and that suits by the Lodge shall be in the name of the Worshipful Master and Wardens thereof; and that service may be perfected thereon by serving a copy of the declaration upon the Secretary thereof, in person or at his usual place of residence. Contracts when binding. How sue c. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 9th, 1859. ETOWAH LODGE, No. 222, F. A. M. SECTION 8. Etowah Lodge incorporatedpowers. (No. 162.) An Act to incorporate Etowah Lodge No. 222, of Free and Accepted Masons, at Dawsonville in Dawson county. 8. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from after the passage of this act, L. C. Johnson, Worshipful Master, John Hockenhull, Senior Warden, and John D. Palmer, Junior Warden of Etowah Lodge No. 222, at Dawsonville in Dawson county, and their successors in office be, and they are hereby incorporated and made a body corporate under the name and style of Etowah Lodge, No. 222, of Free and Accepted Masons, and are hereby declared able and capable in law of having and using a common seal, suing and being sued, plead and being impleaded, of purchasing and conveying real and personal property, and of doing all other things which bodies corporate may in law do, connected with the objects of such associations. Etowah Lodge incorporated at Dawsonville. Powers. Approved Dec. 9th, 1859. GORDON GROVE, No. 1, U. A. O. D. SEC. 9. Corporators, Name and style, Powers. SEC. 10. To hold property c., to sue and be sued c., to receive and apply bequests, c. (No. 163.) An act to incorporate Gordon Grove ( No. 1,) number, one, United Ancient Order of Druids (U. A. O. D.,) located and working in Savannah; the objects and principles of the order being the diffusion of social and intellectual intercourse among its members, and the establishment of a system of philanthropy and benevolence, by providing for the sick and distressed, and the interment of its deceased members, and the support of the widow and orphan. 9. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That Levi S. Hart, George A. Gordon, Phillip M. Russell, Edward C. Haugh, Abraham Eppsteen,

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George L. Lang, Aaron Wilbur, Thomas S. Wayne, Levi S. D'Lyon, Martin Wendelkin, Charles T. White, Lewis Bennet, William H. Gladding, Thomas M. Turner, Alexander F. Bennett, Lewis T. B. Fairchild, William H. Housman, and all others who shall hereafter be made members of Gordon Grove (No. 1,) number one United Ancient Order of Druids, and their successors be, and they are hereby incorporated and made a body politic, by the name and style Gordon Grove (No. 1,) number one (U. A. O. D.) United Ancient Order of Druids, and they are hereby clothed with all the usual and corporate powers to be exercised in such manner as not to conflict with the laws of the land. Corporators. Name an style. Powers. 10. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, c., That the said Gordon Grove No. 1, U. A. O. D. shall have full power to take, hold and enjoy real or personal property, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answered unto, in any Court of Law and Equity, or any tribunal, having jurisdiction thereof; and also to receive, take and apply bequests, devises or donations that may be made to, and for the charitable purposes which the said Grove is intended to subserve. To hold property c. To sue and be sued c. To receiva and apply bequests. Assented to, 19th Dec., 1859. AMERICUS LODGE, No. 13, F. A. M. (For Act to incorporate c., see Act No. 151, to incorporate the Presbyterian Church in Perry c.) MASONIC HALL COMPANY OF THE CITY OF AMERICUS. (For Act to incorporate see Act No. 232, to incorporate the Owl Town and Coosa Creek Mining Company, c.) ORPHANS HOME OF THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN CHATHAM COUNTY. SEC. 11. Name changed to Orphans Home. SEC. 12. 2d, 3d and 4th sections of original Act repealed. Preamble. SEC. 13. Apprentices. SEC. 14. Parents or Guardians may sign indentures for children under 14, which shall bind the children Proviso. SEC. 15. Orphans Home may bind out c. SEC. 16. Previous inkentures binding. SEC. 17. Penalty for enticing rway, concealing, c., indented apprentices. (No. 164.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to incorporate the Orphans Home, of the Protestant Episcopal Church in Chatham county, * * Incorporated 1854, pam. 207. and for other purposes therein named. 11. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the corporate name of the said corporation be, and it is hereby changed to the Orphans Home of Savannah. Orphans' Home. 12. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the second, third and fourth sections of the said original Act, be and the same are hereby repealed. 2d, 3d 4th Sec. of original Aes repealed.

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Whereas, It is the object of the said corporation to support, clothe and educate such poor and destitute children as are orphans, or whose parents are unable to support them; and Whereas, to carry out the benevolent intentions towards said children, it is necessary that the said corporation shall have the power of receiving them as apprentices until the age of eighteen years, and also, of transferring such indentures of apprenticeship for the purpose of having such children instructed in some useful art of business. Preamble. 13. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this Act, the said Orphans Home be, and it is hereby authorized to receive children as indented apprentices for the purpose of education and support, from any age under eighteen years until their arrival at such age, and such children, having been indented, as is in this act provided, shall be under the control and subject to the authority of the said corporation. Apprentices. 14. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, c., That as such children are usually received at a tender age, in all cases wherein a child is under the age of fourteen years, it shall not be necessary for the child to sign the indentures, but the signature of the parent or guardian, or of the person for the then time standing in the place of the parent or guardian and having the control of the child, shall be sufficient; and the indenture of apprenticeship so signed, shall be binding on the said child, until it shall arrive at the age of eighteen years; Provided, That the said indenture of apprenticeship shall be witnessed by a Judge of the Superior Courts of this State or a Justice of the Inferior Court of Chatham county, who shall be satisfied of the power of the person or persons to bind out such child, and the propriety of the child being so indented; and the said Judge or Justice shall give a certificate thereof, under his official signature, which certificate, so far as the rights of the said corporation to the control of the said apprentices shall be concerned, shall be competent and conclusive evidence of the facts therein contained, in any Court of Law or Equity in this State. Parents or Guardians may sign indentures for children under 14 which shall bind the children. Proviso. 15. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, c., That the said Orphans Home shall have and it is hereby given the power to bind out any child or children indented to it as aforesaid, for the purpose of having taught a useful occupation, trade, or calling until they shall arrive at the age of eighteen years. Orphan Home may bind out, c. 16. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, c., That all indentures and contracts of binding heretofore taken by the said corporation, from the parents or guardians, or persons having the control of children heretofore received by it, be and the same are hereby declared valid and binding, to all intents and purposes as though the same had been execute after the passage of this act, and under its provisions. Previous bindings binding. 17. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, c., That if any person or persons shall entice away, abduct, aid to escape, harbor, or conceal, or shall aid in the enticing away, abducting, escape, harbouring or concealing of any apprentice male or female, indented as afore-said to the said corporation, such person or persons so enticing away,

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abducting, aiding to escape harboring or concealing, or aiding, or assisting in the enticing away, abducting, escape, harboring or concealing of any such apprentice, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor; and upon conviction thereof before the city Court of Savannah, which is hereby authorized to have jurisdiction of all cases that may arise under this clause of this act, shall be punished by a fine of not less than three hundred dollars, nor more than five hundred dollars, or imprisonment in the common jail of Chatham county, not less than three nor more than six months, either or both, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for Penalty for enticing away, concealing, c., indented apprentices. SEC. VIII. Repeals all conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 10th, 1859. TITLE IV. CITIES AND TOWNS. No. 165. Athens. No. 166. Atlanta. No. 167. Augusta. No. 168. Bainbridge. No. 169. Blackshear. No. 170. Bowden. No. 171. Camilla. No. 172. Carnesville. No. 173. Cartersville. No. 174. Cartersville. No. 175. Chickasawhatchee. No. 176. Crawfordville. No. 177. Cuthbert. No. 178. Dahlonega. No. 179. Dalton. No. 180. Dawsonville. No. 181. Elberton. No. 182. Ellaville. No. 183. Fayetteville. No. 184. Fort Valley. No. 185. Georgetown. No. 186. Greenesboro'. No. 187. Griffin. No. 188. Hamilton. No. 189. Hawkinsville. No. 190. Homer. No. 191. Jonesboro'. No. 192. LaFayette. No. 193. LaGrange. No. 194. LaGrange. No. 195. Lincolnton. No. 196. Louisville. No. 197. Lumpkin. No. 198. Macon. No. 199. Moultrie. No. 200. Newnan. No. 201. Perry. No. 202. Powder Springs. No. 203. Preston. No. 204. Quitman. No. 205. Statesville. No. 206. St. Marys. No. 207. Summerville. No. 208. Sylvania. No. 209. Thomson. No. 210. Trenton. No. 211. Warrenton. No. 212. Washington. ALBANY. REPORT.See Act No. 201 To incorporate the town of Perry c., and to repeal an Act entitled an Act to amend the charter of the city of Albany, so as to give the election of Marshal to the qualified voters of said city, approved December 22d, 1857, and for other purposes therein mentioned. Also, see Act 199 `to incorporate the town of Mountrie, c., c., and to confer certain powers on the Mayor and Council of the city of Albany, c., c. ATHENS. SEC. 1. Vacancies, how filled. SEC. 2. Vacancy of Marshal, Deputy Marshal or Clerk, how filled. (No. 165.) An act adding an additional section to the act passed incorporating the town of Athens, caunty of Clark. * 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That when any vacancy shall occur, in

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the Board of Wardens, by death, resignation, or otherwise, it shall be the duty of the Intendant of said town, by giving ten days notice, in one or more of the newspapers of said town, to call an election at the usual place of holding elections in the ward where such vacancy may occur, to fill the same. Vacancy, how filled. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That whenever a vacancy shall occur in the office of Marshal, or of Deputy Marshal, or of Clerk of Council, by death, resignation or otherwise, the Intendant and Wardens of said town shall upon ten days notice given in one of the public Gazettes of said town, proceed to fill said vacancy, at a meeting especially called for that purpose or at a regular meeting; and the Intendant is hereby authorized and empowered to appoint some fit and proper person to perform the duties of the office so vacated; and the person so appointed is hereby clothed with all necessary powers to perform said duties until the said vacated office is filled as aforesaid, by the Intendant and Wardens. Vacancy of marshall, Deputy M. or Clerk how filled. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. Athens incorporated, 1806. Pamph. 44. ATLANTA. SEC. 1. Mayor and Council of Atlanta authorized to ornament Railroad Park in said city. SEC. 2. Rights of the State of Georgia not released. (No. 166.) An act to authorize the Mayor and Council of Atlanta to take possession of the inclosed ground lying between the general passenger Depot and Decatur street, and the Atlanta Hotel and Lloyd street, in the city of Atlanta, for the purpose of beautifying and ornamenting the same, to be used as a Railroad Park. * * See Act No. 211, To incorporate the town of Warrenton, c. See also, Act No. 208, To incorporate the towns of Sylvania and Scarboro'. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That the Mayor and Council of the city of Atlanta be, and they are hereby authorized to take possessession of the inclosed ground, lying between the genereral passenger Depot and Decatur street; and the Atlanta Hotel and Lloyd street in the city of Atlanta, and that they be, and are hereby allowed to beatify and ornament the same with shade trees, flowers and shruberyto construct walks through the same; to pave or flag said walksand said piece of ground thus beatified and ornament, to be used as a public or Railroad Park until it shall be required by the State of Georgia to be used and occupied for Railroad purposes. Mayor and Council of Atlanta to ornament Railroad Park in said city. 2. SEC. II. The General Assembly do further enact, That the occupancy of the ground described in the first section of this act, by the city authorities of Atlanta, shall not work a forfeiture of the right of the State of Georgia in and to the same. Right of the State of Ga. not released SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Nov. 23d, 1859.

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AUGUSTA. SEC. 1. Registration of voters in AugustaWho may Register. SEC. 2. Certificate of registry not required at ballot box. SEC. 3. Council may order election by wards or by general ticket system. SEC. 4. Power of Recorder over free persons of color or nominal slaves convicted of crime. SEC. 5. City Treasurer may issue tax executions against defaulting persons of color and they may be sold (No. 167.) An act to amend an act to provide for the registry of votes, c., in the city of Augusta, approved Feb. 15 th, 1856, * * See Laws of 1856, Pamph. 2501. Sec. 48-57. and to extend the powers of the Recorder of said city, in relation to free negroes; and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That the list for the registration of voters shall be kept open until the first Monday in April, at two o'clock of said day, P. M., instead of the fourth Monday in March, as now required; and all persons shall be entitled to register, who, under the laws of this State and said city, would be entitled to a vote on the second Monday in April, it being the election day. Registration of voters in Augusta. Who may register. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That so much of said act or the thirteenth section thereof, as requires the producing of a certificates of registry at the time of voting be, and the same is hereby repealed; and also that portion of the oath, requiring a voter to swear as to his certificate of registry being delivered in person, be, and the same is hereby repealed, to conform to the same; and that the Clerk shall receive the same fee for registering as formerly, which shall be in lieu of poll tax. Certificate of registry not required at ballot box. Oath as to certificate being delivered in person, not required. Clerk's Fee. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the city Council of Augusta shall have power to order the elections of the members of the city Council, either by wards or on the general ticket system, and to prescribe the mode and manner of the same, which shall be exercised by them at their first meetings in January of each and every year hereafter, and be, by them, advertised in all the city papers for one week thereafter, in addition to the usual notice given by the Mayor, of each election. Council may order election by wards or on general ticket system. May fix mode of election. Advertising duty. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Recorder of said city, in all cases of convictions before him of free persons of color or nominal slaves, for the violation of any of the ordinances of said city, shall have power to order said free person of color, to be sold into slavery, either for life or a term of years; which sale shall be made and perfected by the city Marshal, or his Deputy, at either of the places of auction in said city, giving two days notice thereof by advertisement; and the city Marshal or his Deputy are hereby authorized to convey said free person of color, by bill of sale, to said purchaser for the time for which he or she was sold; and said bill of sale shall be sufficient evidence of title to said negro, in all the courts of this State, or elsewhere. Power of Recorder over Free Persons of color or nominal slaves convicted of crime. Sold by Marshal, and how. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the city Treasurer is hereby authorized to issue tax executions against all defaulting

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persons of color, for the amount of their taxes, or for a default to give in; which execution shall and may be levied upon said free person of color by said city Marshal or his deputy, and in like manner sold to pay said taxes, to shortest time bidder, who will pay the debt. City Treasurer may issue tax executions against defaulting persons of color and they may be sold. Approved Dec. 20th, 1859. BAINBRIDGE. SEC. 1, Government vested in Mayor and Aldermenname and stylepowers, c. SEC. 2, Election for Mayor and Aldermenqualification of voters. SEC. 3, Superintendents of electionsoaths, cfalse swearing punished, c. SEC. 4, Persons receiving highest number of votes declared to be electedto receive certificatesto qualify in ten days. SEC. 5, In case of vacancy in the Board a new election is to be heldafter 10 days notice. SEC. 6, Qualification of person elected as Mayor or Alderman. SEC. 7, Malpractice in office to be punished by fine SEC. 8, Clerk and Treasurer of Council to be appointedtheirfees, bonds, duties. SEC. 9, Mayor and Alderman constituted ex-officio J. P.shall issue warrants, c. SEC. 10, Poll tax--also a tax on all property in said townon Banking capital, Insurance Companies, c. SEC. 11, Commissioners shall have power to remove obstructions in the streets, cto establish markets, c. SEC. 12, To grant licenses to retail spirituous liquorsto fix the terms of said license, c. SEC. 13, To tax theatrical performances c. SEC. 14, To pass Ordinances necessary to the government of the free negroes of said town. SEC. 15, To appoint a Marshall and Policewho are vested with power to arrest, c. SEC. 16, Tax payers to make annual returnsto Clerk of Councilin case of failure to assess value and amount of tax, c. SEC. 17, Mayor may hold a Police Court, c.may fine and imprison for contemptofficersfees costs. SEC. 18, Court to enforce its judgments by fines. SEC. 19, To issue all processes. SEC. 20, Mayor may receive a salarypreviso. SEC. 21, In case of failure to elect a Mayor, a new election to be heldafter 10 days notice, c. SEC. 22, Election of Marshall---qualifications. SEC. 23, Council to appoint Auctioneers--who shall pay license of not exceeding $50, and taxes on goods sold. (No. 168.) An act to amend the act incorporating the town of Bainbridge, in the county of Decatur, and to grant certain privileges to the same. * * Incorporated 1829, pam, 186, amended 1830, pam. 302, 1840, pam. 100, 1847, pam. 34, 1852, pam. 417, 1856, pam. 354. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the municipal Government of the town of Bainbridge, shall be vested in the Mayor and six Aldermen, who are hereby constitued a body corporate, under the name and style of the Mayor and Council of the town of Bainbridge; and by that name and style, shall have perpetual succession, shall have a common seal, and be capable in Law or Equity, to purchase, have, hold, receive, enjoy, possess, and to retain, to them and their successors, for the use of said town, any estate or estates, real or personal, of whatever kind or nature, within the jurisdictional limits of said town. And shall, by said name, be capable to sue and be sued, in any Court of Law or Equity, in this State, and shall succeed to all the rights and liabilities of the present corporation of said town. Government vested in Mayor and Aldermen. Name and style. Shall have power, To sue and be sued, c. To hold property, c.

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2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That an election shall be held at the Court House in said town of Bainbridge, on the first Saturday in February, in each and every year, for a Mayor and six Aldermen, to serve for one year, or until their successors are elected and qualified, and that all white male citizens qualified to vote for members of the Legislature, and who shall have paid all legal taxes required of them by the town authorities, and shall have resided six months within the limits of said town, and no other persons, shall be qualified to vote at said elections. Election for Mayor and Aldermen. Qualification of voters. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said elections shall be held under the superintendance of such persons as are now authorized to superintend elections for members to the Legislature. And in case said managers shall have reasonable doubt as to the qualification of any voter, they shall have power to administer the following oath: You do solemnly swear, that you have attained the age of twenty-one years, that you are a citizen of the United States, and have resided for the last six months past, within the jurisdictional limits of the town of Bainbridge, and have paid all taxes legally required of you, by the authorities of said town, so help you God. And any person who shall take said oath, and shall have therein sworn falsely, shall be liable to indictment, and punishable for false swearing, in the Superior Court of said county. Superintendents of Elections. Oath to be administered to voters. False swearing in said oath made a felony. 4. SEC. IV. And be further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the persons who shall receive the highest number of votes, at said election, for Mayor and Aldermen, shall be declared duly elected; and that the managers shall give certificates thereof, when required, and that the person so elected shall attend at the Council Room, or usual place of meeting of said Council, within ten days after said election, and qualify by taking an oath to well and truly perform the duties of their respective offices, during their terms of service; and shall forthwith enter on the discharge of their duties. Persons receiving highest number of votes declared elected. To receive certificates. Qualify in 10 days. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That in case of vacancy among the members of Council, from any cause, the Mayor, or if no Mayor, then the Mayor pro tem, shall advertise a new election, to fill such vacancy, shall give at least ten days notice thereof. In case of vacancy in Board a new election is to be held. After 10 days notice. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That any person shall be eligible as Mayor or Aldermen of said town, who shall be duly qualified as a voter, for any of said offices. Qualification of person elected as Mayor or Alderman. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That in case the Mayor or any member or officer of said Council, shall be guilty of malpractice, or abuse of the power confided to him, he shall be subject to be indicted in the Superior Court of Decatur county, and on conviction, shall pay a fine of not more than one hundred dollars; which said fine shall be paid over to the Treasury of said Town. Malpractice in office punished by fine. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council shall have the power to appoint a Clerk of Council, Treasurer, and such other officers, as they may deem necessary, and proper; and to regulate the time and mode of electing such officers,

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and to fix their fees and salaries, to take their bonds, to prescribe their duties and oaths, and remove them from office at their discretion. Cl'k and Tre'r of Council to be appointed. Fees. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor, and each of said Aldermen, shall be ex-officio Justices of the Peace; and shall have full authority to issue warrants for any oftences committed within the limits of said town; and shall have power to examine witnesses under oath, and to commit any offenders to Jail, in the common Jail of Decatur county, or bail them, if the offence be bailable, to appear at the next Superior Court of said county. Mayor and Aldm'n exofficio Justices of the Peace. Shall issue warrants. Examine witnesses. Commit to Jail c. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council shall have full power and authority to levy and collect a poll tax on all free white male persons within said town, between the ages of twenty-one and sixty years, and upon all free persons of color, and upon all slaves owned and hired within said town. They shall also have power and authority to levy and collect a tax upon all species of property, real and personal, within the limits of said town, upon banking or insurance capital employed in said town, upon professional men, upon factors and brokers, sufficient for the support and good government of said town, and the payment of all its debts. Also to levy a tax, not exceeding five dollars per head, upon each and every slave and free person of color in said town, subject to road duty, as a street tax; and also, to tax all billiard tables, and bowling alleys in said town. Shall levy a poll tax. Also, a tax on all property c., in said town. Not exceeding $5 per head on all negroes c., in said town. On all Bllliard Tables c in said town. 11. SEC. XI, And be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Council shall have full power and authority to remove, or cause to be removed, any buildings, porch steps, fence, or other obstruction or nuisance, in the public streets, lanes, alleys, or side-walks, or public squares, in said town, which may hereafter be made. Also to establish a market or markets in said town, also to license, regulate and control, all taverns and public houses in said town, also to regulate butcher pens, slaughter houses, tan yards, and blacksmith shops, forges, stoves, and chimneys, in the limits of said town, and to remove the same, in case they become dangerous or injurious to the health of any citizen or become neusiances, and fill up all cellars, pitts, and excavations, in said town; or cause the owner to do so. Also to license and regulate Drays, Omnibusses, and Wood Haulers; and shall have full power and control over all livery-stables, pumps, wells, fire companies, and engines, within said town. Com'rs have power to remove obstructions in the streets c., in said town. To establish a market, c. in said town. To regulate taverns c., in said town. To regulate butcher pens in said town. To fill up cellars c., when they become nuisances in said town. To regulate drays, c. in said town. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Council shall have the exclusive right, to grant license to retail liquors in said town, in fixing the rates of such license, and the terms upon which they shall issue, and of declaring such license void, when the terms are not complied with. They shall also have power to license, regulate, and control all bowling, or ten pin alleys, and to remove the same when they may consider them nuisances. To grant license to retail spirituous liquors, c, in said town. To fix the terms c., of said license. To license Bowling Allies, c.

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13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That they shall have power to tax all theatrical performances, exhibitions, or shows of any kind for profit, within the corporate limits of said town. To tax theatrical performances, c. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council shall have power and authority to pass all Ordinances, rules and regulations proper, for the good government and subjection of all slaves and free persons of color, in said town. To pass all Ordinances c., for time government of free negroes, c., [Illegible Text] said town. 15. Sec. XV. And be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Council shall have power to establish and regulate a town police or patrol; and that said police, patrol, or Marshall of said town, shall be authorized to arrest all disorderly persons within said town; and all persons committing or attempting to commit any crimes, and to commit any person so arrested to the common jail or gard house of said town, to await their trial on examination, and shall also have the power and authority of Patrols over slaves and free persons of color. To appoint a Marshall and Police. Who shall be authorized to arrest disorderly persons. And remand the same to Jail. 16. SEC. XVI, And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of all tax payers and owners of taxable property in said town, and they are hereby required to make annual returns under oath to the Clerk of the Council, or such other officers as the Mayor and Council may appoint for that purpose, of all their taxable property, polls, and professions in said town, held in their own right or the right of any other person, and in case any person should fail or refuse to do so, or shall make any return, which said Mayor and Council may deem incorrect, then the said Mayor and Council, or any two Aldermen, may assess such property, and fix such value on it, as they may deem correct. And all taxes levied and imposed by said Mayor and Council, shall be collected as follows: An execution shall be issued by the Clerk of the Council, directed to the Marshall of said town, against the estate, real and personal, of each defaulter, and shall be levied by levied by the Marshall; and after having advertised thirty days in some public Gazette, he shall sell the property so levied on before the Court House door in said town, on some regular Sheriff's sale day, and between the legal hours of Sheriff's sales; and the Deed of said Marshall, made in accordance with such sales, shall be as effectual to pass the title as the deed of such defaulter; and executions so issued shall bind all the property of the Defendant from the date of the same. Tax payers to make annual returns. To Cl'k of Council. In case of failure assess value and am't of tax. To be collected by execution. Property to be sold after 80 days notice. Deed of marshall conveys the same title as deed of defaulter. 17. SEC. XVII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor of said town of Bainbridge, may hold a Police Court, for the trial and punishment of all violations of the Laws and Ordinances of said town; which Court shall be held from time to time, as the Mayor and Council may ordain. The Mayor of said town shall be the presiding officer of said Court, and shall have power to fine on commit to the commos jail of Decatur county, or the guard house of said town, all persons who shall disturb said Court, during its sittings, or shall in any manner be in contempt of the same. The Clerk of the Council and Marshall of said town, are hereby constituted officers of said Court, and shall be entitled to and receive for their services in the trial of every cause in said Court,

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such fees and costs to be collected from such defendant as may be convicted therein, or may be established by the said Mayor and Council. Mayor may hold a Police Court. From time to time as Council may ordain. Mayor has power to fine and imprison for contempt of Court. Clerk and Marshall made officers of said court Fees and costs 18. SEC. XVIII. And be it further enacted, That said Court shall have power to enforce its judgments by fines as aforesaid. Courts to enforce judgments by fines. 19. SEC. XIX. And be it further enacted, That said Court shall have power to issue all proper processes, writs, subp[oelig]nas, and executions; and that the same shall be signed by the Clerk, and bear test in the name of the presiding officer of said Court, and shall be directed to the Marshall of said town, and be executed by him or his deputy. To issue all processes c. 20. SEC. XX. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council may, if they deem proper, pay a salary in their discretion, to the Mayor of said town; Provided, the same shall not be increased or diminished during the term of office of such Mayor. Mayor may receive a salary. Proviso. 21. SEC. XXI. And be it further enacted, That, in the event of a failure at any time to elect a Mayor and Aldermen as provided for in this act, that the election may be held at any time on ten days notice thereof, from any three free holders in said town of Bainbridge, in a public Gazette, or in two of the most public places in said town; and the Mayor and Council so elected, shall hold their offices until the next regular time of election, or until their successors are elected and qualified. In case of failure to elect a Mayor a new election to be held. After ten days notice. Mayor and Council to hold their offices till their successors are qualified. 22. SEC. XXII. And be it further enacted, That at the time and place mentioned in the second section of this act for the election of Mayor and Aldermen, an election shall be held for a Marshall of said town of Bainbridge; and any one being a citizen of said town, who shall receive the largest number of votes, shall be considered duly elected to said office. Election of Marshal. Qualifications. 23. SEC. XXIII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Council shall have authority to license and appoint annually as many vendue masters or autioneers for said town, as they may deem proper, and to receive from each one a sum not exceeding fifty dollars, for such license, and have power to levy a tax upon all goods sold at auction or on commission in said town, to be paid by the seller. Council to appoint Auctioneers. Who shall pay license not exceeding $50 and tax on goods sold. SEC. XXIV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. BLACKSHEAR. SEC. 1. Blackshear incorporatedLimits. SEC. 2. VotersDay of election5 CommissionersPowers, c. SEC. 3. Manner of holding elections. SEC. 4. OfficersCommissioners of Roads, Streets, c.Vacancies. SEC. 5. Oath of Commissioners. SEC. 6. Powers. SEC. 7. Manner of collecting finesCosts. (No. 169.) An Act to incorporate the town of Blackshear, in Pierce county, and to confer upon the citizens of said town the privilege of electing Town Commissioners, with certain powers therein enumerated, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this

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act the town of Blackshear, in Pierce county, be and the same is hereby incorporated, and that the limits of said incorporation extend one-half of a mile from the Railroad Depot, in said town, in every direction. Blackshear incorporated. Limits. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the citizens of said town, qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly in this State, shall, on the second Saturday in January, (1860,) eighteen hundred and sixty, and on the second Saturday in January, in each and every year thereafter, elect by ballot five suitable persons to act as Commissioners, who, as well as their successors in office, shall have power to tax all shows and performances for the purpose of gain, all itinerant traders, and they shall have the sole power of granting licenses for the retail of spiritueus liquors, within the corporate limits of said town; and said Board of Commissioners be authorized to charge for granting said licenses, to each applicant, not less than seven nor more than fifteen dollars; to make such by-laws for the government and good order of said town as may be necessary; provided, such are not repugnant to the Constitution of this State or of the United States. Voters. Day of election. 5 Commissioners. Powers. Shows-Itinerant traders. Licenses. By-laws. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That any two citizens of said town, qualified to vote as aforesaid, shall hold said elections, and whose duty it shall be to count out the votes of said election, and give to the person receiving the highest number of votes, at said election, a certificate of his or their election; and if said election, should not from any cause, be held on the day aforesaid, it may be held on any other day thereafter, by giving ten days notice of the time and place of holding said election. Manner of holding elections. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal and Clerk, and such other officers as they may deem necessary to carry this act into effect. And said Commissioners are hereby appointed Commissioners of the roads and streets of said town to the distance aforesaid. Said Board of Commissioners shall have power to fill all vacancies that may occur in their body, between the period of their election as pointed out by this act, by ordering an election to fill such vacancies by giving ten days notice of the time and place. Said election to be managed as aforesaid. Officers. Commissioners of roads, and streets. Vacancies. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall, before entering on their duty, take an oath before some one authorized to administer oaths, that they will truly perform the duties of their office. Oath of Commissioners. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners, or a majority of them, shall have power and authority to enforce obedience to the by-laws, rules and regulations of said corporation, and to punish for a violation of the laws, by fine or imprisonment or either, as in their discretion may seem best for the peace and good order of said town. Said fine or fines in no case to exceed twenty dollars, and such imprisonment in no instance to exceed ten days. Powers. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That if any person or persons

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shall fail or refuse, or neglect to pay any fine imposed according to this act, a majority of said Commissioners shall issue execution for the same, which execution shall be directed to the Marshal of said town, commanding him to levy on the goods, chattels, lands and tenements of the defendant, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy the demand and cost. The cost shall be the same as in Justice Court executions in this State. The said Marshal shall proceed to advertise and sell in such manner as the laws or ordinances of said town shall or may direct. Manner of collecting times. Costs. 8. SEC. VIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 16th, 1859. BOTTSFORD. [For Act incorporating the town of Bottsford, see Act No. 202 incorporating Powder Springs, c.] BOWDEN. SEC. 1. Bowden incorporatedLimits. SEC. 2. Commissioners. SEC. 3. Time of election Chairman Secretary. SEC. 4. Election how held Plurality elects. SEC. 5. Marshal Ordinances Powers, c.Proviso. SEC. 6. Retail licenseProvisoPenalty. SEC. 7. Minors or Students must have written orderPenalty. SEC. 8. No liquor to be sold or sent within limits of Poor House of Fulton countyPenalty. (No. 170.) An Act to incorporate the town of Bowaen, in the county of Carroll, and for other purposes therein mentioned, and to regulate the retail of Spirituous Liquors in a certain distance of the Poor House in Atlanta. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act the inhabitants of the town of Bowden, in the county of Carroll, be and they are hereby declared to be a body corporate, invested with all the rights, privileges, and powers usually conferred upon such bodies, and that the limits of said town shall be one-half mile east, one and a half miles west, and three-fourths of a mile north and south of the square of said town. Bowden Incorporated. Limits. 2. SEC. II. And be it it further enacted, That Gay Upchurch, Thomas Loveless, A. Shellnut, W. J. Colquit, and T. B. Beatty, are hereby declared Commissioners of said town, who shall hold their office until the second Monday in December, 1859, and until their successors are elected and qualified. Com'rs. 3. SEC. III. That on the second Monday in December, 1859, it shall be the duty of the citizens of said town, qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly, to elect five Commissioners, who shall hold their offices until the second Monday in December next thereafter, and until their successors shall be elected and qualified, and so on for each succeeding year, said Commissioners shall organize by electing a Chairman and Secretary out of their members, who shall serve in said capacities during the term of office of said Commissioners. Time of election. [Illegible Text] Sec'y.

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4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said election may be held by any two freeholders of said town, to be appointed by said Commissioners, and said freeholders or judges of election having been qualified by oath, shall give certificates of election to the five candidates who shall have received the highest number of votes; and the Chairman of the retiring Board shall immediately, or so soon thereafter as possible, swear them into office, turning over to them at the same time all the books, papers, funds, or other property belonging to the body corporate. Election, how held. [Illegible Text] elects. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal for said town, and to pass and enforce any ordinances which they may deem proper for the preservation of the order, peace, prosperity, health and comfort of said town, or that the interest of the schools and institutions of learning within its corporate limits, may in their judgment demand, the same bearing not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State or of the United States; said Marshal shall have power to suppress all disorder and arrest those engaged in making it, and for this purpose shall be empowered to summon a posse of the citizens when necessary to aid him in so doing, and bring such offenders before the Commissioners who shall have power to enforce their judgments by fine or imprisonment within such prison as may be erected within said town, or in the common jail of said county of Carroll, provided said fine shall not exceed the sum of fifty dollars, and such imprisonment shall not exceed ten days; and it is hereby made the duty or said jailor of said county to receive any persons committed to his custody by mitimus from said Commissioners or a majority or them, and to keep him in safe custody until discharged by lawful authority, and for which services he shall be allowed the usual fees now allowed by law. Marshal. Ordinances. Power of Marshall. Com's may fine and imprison, Proviso. Jailor's duty. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this Act no, spirituous or intoxicating liquors of any kind shall be sold within the limits of said town by any person other than for medical, mechanical, or religious purposes, without first obtaining a license from the Board of Commissioners of said town to sell and retail spirituous liquors therein; which Board is hereby authorized and empowered to issue said license on such terms as they may prescribe, provided that said Board shall not be allowed to charge a higher rate for such license than the rate of five hundred dollars for each year's license; and every person violating the provisions of this section shall be subject and liable to all the pains and liabilities subject now by law to be inflicted upon persons who may retail spirituous liquors without license within this State. Retail license Proviso. Penalty. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That no person shall under any pretense furnish any minor or any student with any kind or quantity of spirituous or intoxicating liquors, unless said minor shall have a written order therefor from his parent or guardian, or unless said student shall have a written order therefor from one of his instructors; and all persons violating this section shall be indicted

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for misdemeanor in the Superior Court of said county, and each offender who may be tried and convicted of such offence shall be fined in a sum of not less than fifty dollars nor more than one hundred dollars, or imprisoned in the common jail of said county at the discretion of the Court; all conflicting laws to the contrary notwithstanding. Minors or Students must have written orden. Penalty. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That no person or persons shall be permitted to sell or vend any intoxicating liquors whatever, in any quantities, within one mile of the House of Refuge for the Poor in the county of Fulton in said State; and that any person who shall be guilty of a violation of this act, shall be indicted for the offence of misdemeanor; and upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not less than fifty dollars nor more than one hundred dollars, in the discretion of the Court; provided, the same shall not interfere with the corporate rights of the city of Atlanta. No liquor sold or sent within I mile of Poor House of Fulton co. Penalty. Proviso. Approved December 13th, 1859. CAMILLA. Sec. 1. Limits of Camilla, Mitchell county. Sec. 2. License to retail spirituous liquors. (No. 171.) An Act to amend an act to incorporate the town of Camilla, in the county of Mitchell, opproved, March 3 d, 1856. * * Is this a mistake? The Act incorporating the town of Camilla was approved December 14th, 1858. pam. 1858, 135 to 140. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the corporate limits of the said town of Camilla shall embrace and comprehend fifty acres of land only, which was purchased by the Inferior Court of Mitchell county, for the county site of Mitchell county, now the town of Camilla. Limits of Camilla Mitchell co. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the corporate authorities of the said town of Camilla, shall be authorized to charge for license for retailing spirituous liquors, in said town, not less than ten dollars, nor more than twenty-five dollars, per annum. License to retail spirituous Liquors. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859.

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CARNESVILLE. Sec. 1. Carnesville incorporated; limits. Commissioners. Sec. 2. Time, place and manner of electing Commissioners. Sec. 3. Powers. Proviso. Sec. 4. Spirituous liquors. Gaming. Sec. 5. Who may sell liquor. Oath. Sec. 6. Fine and imprisonment. Sec. 7. Penalty for furnishing slaves or free persons of co or with spirituous liquor. Sec. 8. Comm'rs may preserve order. Sec. 9. Shows. Ordinances. Proviso. Sec. 10. Roads. Streets, c. Sec. 11. Tax delinquents. Other Taxes. Sec. 12. By-laws Sec. 13. Marshal's duty. Salary. Sec. 14. Vacancies. Clerk. Treasurer. Sec. 15. Intendant [Illegible Text] J. P. Sec. 16. 13th and 14th sections of Act of 1859 repealed. Sec. 17. 3d section of Act of 1857 repealed. Sec. 18. Mayor and Council of Thomasville may grant retail license. Proviso Sec. 19. Limits of Thomasville changed. (No. 172.) An act to incorporate the town of Carnesville, in the county of Franklin * * Act for regulation of the town of Carnesville, 1807, pam. 43, 45; Amended 1808, pam. 101-2, 1819, pam. 104-5, 1822 pam. 133-4, 1856, pam 345. and to appoint Commissioners for the same, and to define their powers and duties, to amend the act incorporating the town of Thomasville; approved March 6 th, 1856, and for other [Illegible Text] 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the town of Carnesville, in the county of Franklin be and the same is hereby incorporated, under the name and style of the Intendant and Commissioner of the town of Carnesville, and that the corporate limits of said town shall extend for the distance of one mile in every direction from the Court House; and John J. M. Bagwell, R. D. Crines, James M. Bagwell, Henry D. Adderhold, and Wilbon Welden, be and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of said town, with powers to elect one of their number Intendant, who shall hold their office until the first Saturday in January, 1861, and until their successors are elected and qualified. Carnesville incorporated. Limits. Com'rs. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That on the first Saturday in January, 1861, and on the first Saturday in each and every year, thereafter, an election shall be held at the Court House in said town, by any two freeholders thereof, for Intendant and four Commissioners for said town; at which election, all the citizens residing within the corporate limits of said town, entitled to vote for members of the Legislature of this State, shall be entitled to vote; and the persons receiving the highest number of votes for Intendant and Commissioners, shall be declared duly elected for the term of one year; and if no election shall be held at the time appointed in this act, then, upon ten days notice, in writing, posted at the Court House door of said town, by any two citizens of said town, of the time and place of holding said election, the legal voters residing within the corporate limits of said town, shall proceed to elect in the same way and manner as though the same had been done as provided for in the body of this act. Time, place and manner of electing Intendant and Com'rs. Voters. Plurality elects. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall have full power and authority to provide for the working of the streets and the public square, and for abating all

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nuiscances, and removing all obstructions within the limits of said Corporation; to levy a tax which shall not exceed one-fourth of the State tax, for the purpose of working and keeping in repair the streets and public square, and keeping up horse racks; or require, at their discretion, the labor of all hands within said Corporation, subject to road duty by the laws of this State; provided, no person shall be compelled to work more than ten days in each year. Powers Proviso. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall have exclusive authority over the retailing of spirituous liquors in said town, and to grant a license and fix the rates thereof; provided, said license shall not be less than fifty dollars, or more than two hundred dollars per annum; and said Intendant and Commissioners shall have full power and authority over all gaming tables and gaming houses, and to tax the same. Spirituous liquors. Gaming. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That any person who may wish to retail or sell spirituous liquors, within the corporate limits of said town, shall be at liberty to do so by paying to the Intendant of said town the license fee fixed by said Intendant and Commissioners, and by taking the oath now prescribed by law, not to sell or furnish any slave or free person of color with any quantity of spirituous liquor, whatever, without the written consent of the owner of such slave, or guardian of such free person of color. Who may sell liquor. Oath. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That any person violating the fourth and fifth sections of this act, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon being convicted thereof before the Superior Court of said county, shall be fined in a sum not less than one nor more than two hundred dollars, and be imprisoned in the common Jail of said county, until said fine shall be paid. Fine and imprisonment. 8. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That if any person shall furnish any slave or free person of color with any quantity of spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said town, except the owner of such slave, or the guardian of such free person of color, who may do so for their own use, but not in such quanity as to enable such slave or free person of color to furnish other slaves with it, such person shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof before the Superior Court of said county, shall be fined in a sum not less than fifty dollars, and be imprisoned until such fine is paid. Penalty for furnishing slaves or free persons of color with spirituous liquor. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners and Intendant shall have full power and authority to arrest and fine all persons for a violation of the peace and good order of said town, or to bind such persons over to the Superior Court, of said county, to answer an indictment, in said county for such offence. Com'rs may preserve order. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall have full power and authority to tax all caravans, menageries, shows, or exhibitions, itinerant traders, within the corporate limits of said town, and to make and pass all ordinces, by-laws, and make all needful rules and regulations, for the good order and government of said town, and to fine and imprison

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for a violation of the same; provided, said by-laws and ordinances are not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State. [Illegible Text] Ordinances. Proviso. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That persons, citizens, residing within the corporate limits of said town, who shall fail to work on the roads, streets and public square, when required by said Intendant and Commissioners, shall be dealt with as are now prescribed by law, for failing to work on roads in this State. Roads streets c. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That all persons, citizens of said town, having property within the corporate limits of said town, who shall fail or refuse to give in their taxable property when required by the Intendant and Commissioners, shall proceed to levy and collect the same, in the same manner and under the same laws, rules and regulations as are now prescribed by the tax laws of this State, for the levying and collecting taxes; and any person who shall give in his tax and neglect and refuse to pay the same, such person shall be proceeded against in the same manner as are now prescribed by law, for the collecting of taxes in this State; and that all taxes collected, and fines imposed and collected for a a violation of this act, and license paid for the retail of spirituous liquors, in said town, shall be used exclusively for the use and benefit of said town. Tax [Illegible Text]. Money raised by taxes, fines and licenses, used for good of town. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall have full power and authority to pass all by-laws and ordinances, for the control and government of slaves and free persons of color, within said Corporation, and to punnish for a violation of the same. By-laws. 13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall proceed to elect or appoint a Marshal, whose duty it shall be to execute all by-laws, ordinances and processes, as may be required by said Intendant and Commissioners, to collect all taxes assessed by the same; and such Marshal shall be allowed a stated salary, to be fixed by the said Intendant and Commissioners, and such other fees as may be fixed by the same; such Commissioners and Intendant shall have full power to dismiss or remove said Marshall for a disobedience of orders, or any other misconduct, and to appoint another in his stead. Marshal's duty, Salary. May remove marshal for misconduct. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it enacted, That in case of death, removal, resignation or refusal to act, of any of the Commissioner or Intendant, their vacancy slall be filled at any time by an election, as as provided for in this act; that said Commissioners and Intendant shall have power to appoint a Clerk and Treasurer for said town, who shall hold their office for one year, unless removed by a majority of said Commissioners or Intendant. Vacancies. Cl'k, Treas'r. 15. SEC. XV, And be it further enacted, That the Intendant of said town shall be ex-officio a Justice of the Peace, within the corporate limits of said town, with power to issue all executions, warrants and processes, issuing from said Intendant and Commissioners, and the same shall bear test in his name, and shall have full power and authority to bind over to the Superior Court, all persons violating the provisions of this act. Intendant, ex-officio J. P. 16. SEC. XVI. And be it further enacted, That the thirteenth and

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fourteenth sections of the act of 1859, [Dagger] [Dagger] This section seems to refer to an Act incorporating the town of Carnesville, but as there was no Act passed in 1857, in relation to Carnesville. Is it not the intention of this section to repeal a portion of an Act to amend an Act entitled an Act to amend the Act incorporating the town of Thomasville c.; Approved March 6, 1856; Assented to, December 22, 1857, pam. 165-6-7? The same question may be propounded as to section 16th of this Act. be and the same are hereby repealed. 13 and 14 sec. of act of 1859 repealed. 17. SEC. XVII. And be it further enacted, That the third section of the act of 1857 be repealed. [Dagger] 3d sec of act of 1857 repealed. 18. SEC. XVIII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Council of the town of Thomasville Thomasville incorporated 1831, pam. 227; Charter amended 1832, pam. 203; Revived 1847, pam. 30; amended, 1854, pam. 244; Also 1856, pam. 345; Also 1857, pam. 195-6-7. shall have power to grant license to retail spirituous liquors, in the said town of Thomasville; provided, that not more than one hundred dollars be charged for said license. Mayor and Council of Thomasville may grant retail license. Proviso. 19. SEC. XIX. And be it further enacted, That the boundary limits of said town of Thomasville shall be changed, so as not to include thelands and dwellings of William McLendon, now a resident of said town. Limits of Thomasville changed. SEC. XX. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 14th, 1859. Is not this a mistake? CARTERSVILLE. Sec. 1. Commissioners. Sec. 2. When and how elected. Voters sworn. Sec. 3. Powers of Commissioners. Officers. Sec. 4. Jurisdiction of Commissioners. Patrol. Road, c. Sec. 5. May levy a tax and for what Sec. 6. May fine; imprison; Actas J. P. Sec. 7. Poll tax. Not to exceed $5, Sec. 8. Retail license; Not to exceed $100; May fine persons selling without license; By-laws. Sec. 9. May tax Ten Pin Alleys, Billiards, c. How collected. Sec. 10. Slaves, free persons of color, c. Hogs, dogs, mules, c., at large in streets of said town. Sec. 11. Residence of James Milner excluded from Corporation of Cartersville. (No. 173.) An Act to consolidate and amend the several acts incorpornting the town of Cartersville, in the county of Cass. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, George J. Howard, John J. Jones, W. J. Williford, Jesse B. Langston, and E. M. Field, be and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of the town of Cartersville, in the county of Cass, and shall continue in office until their successors are elected and qualified, according to the provisions of this act. Com'rs. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That on the second Monday in January, 1860, and on the second Monday in January, in every year thereafter, it shall be lawful for all persons, inhabitants, within the limits of said town, entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly, to assemble at some convenient place in said town,

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to be pointed out by said Commissioners, and under the superintendence of one Justice of the Peace, and two freeholders of said county, elect by ballot, five Commissioners, who shall continue in office one year, and until their successors are elected and qualified; which said Commissioners so elected shall be sworn truly and faithfully to execute and perform the duties of their office, as town Commissioners of said town, a certificate of which shall be entered on the minutes of the Board; and if it shall so happen that such election shall not take place on the day so appointed, or any vacancy occur by death, resignation or otherwise, of any member of said town Council, it shall be lawful for an election for the same to be held on any other day, in the manner and form before prescribed, on ten days notice being given at two or more public places in said town. When and how elected Voters. Sworn. Vacancies. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the afore-mentioned Commississioners, and their successors in office, shall have power and authority to pass all laws, rules and regulations, and adopt all ordinances of Police, necessary to the health, peace and well-being of the inhabitants of said town; provided, the same shall not be repugnant to the Constitution and laws of this State, or of the United States; and shall have full power and authority to appoint such officers as may be necessary to carry into effect such rules, regulations and ordinances; which officers so appointed, are hereby vested with full power to execute the duties of their respective offices; and said Commissioners shall have power and authority to remove any and all officers so appointed, for any neglect or omission of duties in their respective offices. Powers of Com'rs. Officers. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners and their successors in office, shall have corporote jurisdiction over the extent of half a mile, in every direction from the centre of said town; that the centre of said town shall be at the depot in said town, and shall have exclusive control of all patrols, and persons liable to work on the roads, within the same. Jurisdiction of Com'rs. Patrol, road. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners, and their successors in office, are hereby authorized and empowered, to levy and collect a tax in each and every year, on all the real estate and stock in trade within the corporate limits of said town, liable to taxation by the laws of this State, of not more than one half of one per cent, on the value thereof, for the purpose of making such improvements as may be necessary to promote the interest of said town, and for the purpose of enabling and empowering said corporate authorities to purchase, own, and hold, such real and personal property as may be necessary to promote the interest and wellfare of said town; which tax shall be levied and collected, in the same manner as the commissioners of said town may prescribe, provided such laws shall not be repuguant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, or of the United State. May levy a tax, and for what. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the commissioners of said town shall have power and authority to fine not exceeding the sum of twenty-five dollars, any person or persons, who shall

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be guilty of hollowing, shooting, firing of guns or pistols, or doing any other act which tends to the annoyance of the citizens of the town, within the corporate limits thereof; and upon failure or refusal of any person or persons so offending, to pay their fine or fines imposed under this act, said commissioners of said town shall have power and authority, to imprison such person or persons not exceeding forty-eight hours, in the guard house of said town; and the said commissioners are hereby vested with such powers as appertaing to justices of the peace, only so far as to enable them to carry out the intentions of this act. May fine. Imprison. Act as J. P. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the commissioners of said town be, and they are hereby authorized and empowered to levy and collect a poll tax on all the persons within the corporate limits of said town, liable to work on roads or to do road duty, the same not to exceed the sum of five dollars annually; which said poll tax is to be used by said commissioners in the improving the streets and side walks in said town, or for such other purposes as will promote the interests of said town; said tax shall be levied and collected in such manner as said commissioners shall prescribe. Poll tax. Not to exceed $5. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the commissioners of said town be, and they are hereby authorized and empowered to license all retailers of ardent spirits within the corporate limits of said town, to fix the price of said license not exceeding the sum of one hundred dollars per annum, and to collect and use the same for the improvement of said town; and that they, the said commissioners, be further authorized and empowered to fine, and collect the fine of such persons as may vend ardent spirits without such license, under such by-laws and regulations as they may, from time to time, adopt; that said commissioners shall have power and authority to enact any by laws for the purpose of executing the provisions of this act, the same not being repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, or of the United States. Retail License. Not to exceed $100. May fine persons selling without License. By-laws. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That the commissioners of said town shall have power and authority to assess and collect a license of not more than fifty dollars each, on each of and every ten pin or bowling alley within the corporate limits of said town; and said commissioners shall also have power and authority to license all billiard and pool tables, within the corporate limits of said town, to fix the price of said license not exceeding the sum of fifty dollars per annum, and to collect and use the same for the improvement of said town, said licenses to be collected in such manner and form as may be prescribed by the by-laws of said corporate authorities, the same not being repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, or of the United States. May tax ten pin alleys. Billiards. Pool Tables. Licences how collected, 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the commissioners of said town, shall have power and authority to pass all necessary rules, regulations, and ordinances, for the control of slaves and free persons of color within the corporate limits of said town, also to pass such rules and regulations and ordinances as they may

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deem advisable, in relation to hogs, dogs, horses, mules, and any other stock straying at large, within said corporate limits. Slaves, free persons of color. Hogs, dogs, Horses Mules. SEC. XI. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 17th, 1859. (No. 174.) An Act to amend the several acts incorporating the town of Cartersville, in Cass county, so as to exclude the residence of James Milner out of the corporate limits of said town. Cartersville incorporated 1850, pam. 103, Charter amended 1854, pam. 234, also 1856, pam. 370-1. 11. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the corporate limits of the town of Cartersville, in the county of Cass, on the west side of said town, be so altered and amended, as to exclude the lot of land on which the residence of James Milner is situated, from and without the corporate limits of said town of Cartersville, being lot of land No. 484, in the 4th District and 3rd section of originally Cherokee now Cass county. Residence of James Milner excluded from corporation of Cartersville. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. CHICKASAWHATCHEE. SEC, 1, 7th to 9th sections of act incorporating, repealed. SEC, 2, Sale of spiritnous liquorsmoney paid for license to go to Ordinary for Poor School purposes. SEC. 3, Penalty for violation of second section. (No. 175.) An act to repeal the [ 7th, ] seventh, and [9 th, ] ninth sections of an act entitled an act to incorporate the village of Chickasawhathchee. * * Chickasawhatchee incorporated 1856, pam. 384-5. c., in formerly Lee, now Terrell county, and to add an additional section to said act, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the seventh and ninth sections of the above recited act be, and the same are hereby repealed. 7th and 9th sec. of act incorporating, repealed. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, that no person or persons, shall be permitted to sell any spirituous liquors, within said incorporation, without first paying to the Commissioners of said village the sum of five hundred dollars for such license, so to sell, and all monies arising from issuing licenses shall be paid over by the Commissioners of said village to the Ordinary of Terrell county, for poor school purposes. Sale of spirituous liquor. Money paid for license to go to Ordinary for poor school purposes. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That any person violating any of the provisions of the above act, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and, on conviction of the same, shall be fined in a sum of not less than fifty, nor more than one hundred dollars, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for violation of 2d sec. Approved December 17th, 1859.

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CRAWFORDVILLE. SEC. 1, Slaves and free persons of color not allowed to live on any lot, other than that on which their owner, hirer, or guardian, may reside, in the towns of Crawfordville and Warrentonpenalty for violation. SEC. 2, Not allowed to keep any eating housesto buy or sell any butter, chickens, c.,violation punished by fine and imprisonmentpenaltyone half fines to be paid to County Treasurerproviso. (No. 176.) An act to prevent free negroes and slaves from keeping eating tables, and living separate and apart from their owners, hirers, or guardians, and to prevent their trafficing and trading in the town of Crawfordville and the town of Warrenton, in this State, and to prescribe punishment for the same, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact as follows; That from and after the passage of this act, if the owner or any person hiring any slave, or the guardian or hirer of any free person of color, shall allow their slaves, or free persons of color, for whom they are guardian or hirer, to live on any lot, or in any house, separate and apart from the lot or lots on which said owner, hirer, or guardian, may themselves reside, in the town of Crawfordville, or in the town of Warrenton, such person, owner, hirer, or guardian, on conviction, in the Superior Court of said county, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and fined not less than one hundred dollars, nor more than two hundred dollars for the first offence, and for the second offence shall be fined not less than two hundred dollars nor more than five hundred dollars, and imprisonment in the common Jail of the county, at the discretion of the Court. Slaves or free persons of color not allowed to live on any lot other than that on which their owner hirer or guardian may reside in the towns of Crawfordville and Warrenton. Penalty for violation. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That it shall not be lawful for any negro slave or free person of color, within the corporate limits of the town of Crawfordville, or of the town of Warrenton, to keep any eating house or public table, or to buy or sell, or cause the same to be done, or ship or cause the same to be done, or in any manner traffic in chickens, butter, eggs, ducks, turkeys, c., and for any violation of this, or any portion of this section, said slave or slaves, or free person or persons of color, may be arrested by warrant, issued by any Justice of the Peace in the county, and on conviction before said Justices, who shall have full power to try said negroes or free persons of color, if it be a free person of color, shall and may be fined, for the first offence one hundred dollars, and for the second offence two hundred dollars, and on failure to pay, may be sold by the Sheriff, for the shortest time, to pay said sum, at public outcry on next Constable's or Sheriff's sale day thereafter, the purchaser paying the fine and cost, and if it be a slave, on conviction, shall be imprisoned until the owner or hirer shall have paid all cost which may have accrued on the trial; and for the better enforcement of this act, one half of of the fine arising from convictions under this act, shall be paid to

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the informant or prosecutor, and the balance shall go to the county treasury, for the benefit of said county. Not allowed to keep any eating house c. To buy or sell butter, chickens c. Violation punished by fine and imprisonment. Penalty. Half fines to be paid County Treasurer. Provided, That nothing in this act shall be so construed as to prevent owners of farms from keeping their slaves under overseers on said farms. Proviso. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. CUTHBERT. SEC. 1. Cuthbert made a city, powers of Mayor and Council. SEC. 2. Election for Mayor and Council, Annual elections first Thursday in January, vacancy. SEC. 3. Manner of conducting, voters, plurality electing, times of opening and closing. SEC. 4. Surveyor to be appointed to lay off city limits, penalty for resistlng Surveyor. SEC. 5. Oath, subsequent councils be sworn in by their predecessors or by each other. SEC. 6. The Mayor shall preside at all meetings of Council, c. SEC. 7. Mayors' powers, to try offenders, c., at any time he may direct, to bind over to Randolph Superior Court, c. SEC. 8. Powers of Councilmen, of arrest c., same as those of Mayor, proviso. SEC. 9. To sue and be sued and to levy a tax, not exceeding 100 per cent, c., to make Ordinaances for the suppression of crime, to grant license, c. SEC. 10. Marshall to work roads leading to Starksville and Albany, to the 5th District, together with hands subject to road duty. SEC. 11. Marshal removable for mal-practice. SEC. 12. Mayor and Council shall publish receipts and disbursements in some public paper. (No. 177.) An Act to constitute the town of Cuthbert, Randolph county, a city, to provide for the election of Officers, define the powers of the several officers of said city, as well as of said corporation; to extend the limits of Cuthbert; and for other purposes. * * Cuthbert incorporated 1834, pam. 264, charter amended 1851, pam. 459. 1. SECTION I. The Legislature of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the present town of Cuthbert, in the county of Randolph, shall be incorporated as a city, and that the Mayor and Council thereof shall have and exercise, all the powers held and exercised by incorporated cities in this State. Cuthbert made a city. Powers of Mayor and Council. 2. SEC. II. The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That an election shall be held, at the Court House, in said city, on the first Thursday in January next, for a Mayor and five Councilmen, a Marshal and Deputy Marshal, who shall hold their offices for one year and that an election shall be held, on the first Thursday of each and every January thereafter, for said Mayor and Councilmen, Marshal and Deputy Marshal, but should a failure of said election at any time happen, the same may be held at any time thereafter upon ten days notice, either by the old Council or any five of the qualified voters of said city, should a vacancy occur in either of the aforesaid offices, the same may be filled, upon ten days notice being given, by the remaining Councilmen or should all resign, by ten days notice of any five of the voters of said city. Election of Mayor and Council, Annual election 1st Thur. of Jan. Vacancy.

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3. SEC. III. The Legislature do further enact, That said elections shall be superintended by a Justice of the Peace, if one can be had, to serve, who resides within the corporate limits of said city and two freeholders, or three freeholders, who, at the first election shall declare the result; but after the first election they shall return their tally, sheet to the Council, who shall declare the result. All persons shall be allowed to vote at said first election who are residents of the corporate limits of said city, at the time, and have been for the two months next proceeding said election, and who are qualified to vote for members of the Legislature of this State; at all subsequent elections for Mayor and councilmen, Marshal and Deputy Marshal all persons shall be allowed to vote, who are qualified to vote for members of the Legislature of this State, who are residents of said city and have been for two months next preceeding said election and have paid all taxes, due said city. The person having the highest number of votes for Mayor, shall be elected Mayor and the five persons having the highest number of votes for Councilmen shall be elected Councilmen, and likewise for Marshal, and Deputy Marshal. The polls, at all elections aforesaid, shall be opened at ten o'clock in the forenoon, and closed at four o'clock in the afternoon; but said superintendents shall have the right to suspend the election two hours for dinner. Manner of conducting. Voters. Pluralty elects. Time of opening and closing polls. 4. SEC. IV. The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That as soon as practicable, after the passage of this act, and before the first Thursday in January next, the present Council of Cuthbert shall employ a competent Surveyor, to lay out said city who shall run off and distinctly mark the corners and lines as follows: said city shall extend one mile North, South and West, and North of the Eufaula road, on the South of said road the Western boundary shall be the line between Manning Stamper, and David James, and an half mile East of the Court House of said city of Cuthbert; said lines running so as that the limits shall form a square with the exception of one half mile in width and two miles in length taken off the East side, and said Surveyor and his assistant shall for the aforesaid purpose, have the right to enter upon the lands and enclosures embraced in, or that lie upon the lines to be Surveyed, and any person resisting said Surveyor or his assistants either by threats or force shall be guilty of the offence of obstructing legal process, as prescribed in the sixteenth section of the (8th,) eight division * * See Cobb' Digest 806. of the Penal Code of this State, and dealt with and punished as prescribed in said section. Surveyor to be appointed to lay off city. Limits. Penaltn for resistigy suiveyor. 5. SEC. V. The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That the Mayor and council elected on the first Thursday in January nextshall immediately upon their election, take the following oath before some one authorized to administer an oath, to-wit; I do solemnly swear, that I will faithfully, honestly and impartially, discharge all the duties of of the city of Cuthbert, during my term of office, according to the best of my ability and judment, and that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of the State of Georgia,

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So help me God, and enter upon their respective duties. All subsequent Councils, may be sworn in by their predecessors or by each other, and so shall all officers and their Deputies appointed by the Council take the above oath, filling the blank so as to be applicable to the office filled by the deponent. Oath. Subsequent Councils to be sworn in by their predecessors or by each other. 6. SEC. VI. The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That the Mayor shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Council, which shall be at stated times, at which all regular business concerning the general welfare of the city shall be transacted; but special or or called meetings may be held when public emergency may require, they may also hold adjourned meetings which shall be considered, as of the meeting adjourned over; three members of Council shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of all business, the Mayor shall not be entitled to vote in Council except in case of a tie vote, then he shall give the casting vote. The mayor to preside at all meetings of Council. Times of meeting to be fixed but called meetings, Or adjourned meetings may be held. Members to constitute a quoram. Mayor shall not vote except in a case of tie. 7. SEC. VII. The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That the Mayor shall have full power to try all offenders for a violation of the city Ordinances, and to enforce such penalties as the Ordinances may prescribe, under the Laws of the land; which trials may take place immediately upon the commission of the offence or at any future time he may appoint. He shall have the power to bind over to the next Superior Court, of Randolph county, all violators of the the laws of this State, when, in his opinion, such law has been violated; he may order an arrest of all offenders when the offence is committed in his presence or upon the oath of any person, he may issue his warrant, for the arrest of the offender, requiring such offender to be brought before him for examination, which warrant shall be of force throught this State to the same extent, and as are all other warrants in criminal cases, Provided; the same shall need no endorsement out of the corporate limits of the city of Cuthbert, to be valid and operative. Mayor's powers. To try offenders for violation of ordinance c-Immediately or at any time he may direct. To bind over to the next term of Randolph Sap'r Court all violators of the laws of this State. To arrest offenders c. His warrant shall be of force throughout the State. Proviso. 8. SEC. VIII The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That either of the Councilmen shall have the power of arrest and issuing warrants, and in the absence of the Mayor, binding over to the Superior Court, as are given, in the preceding section, to the Mayor, and in his absence from the city, any two of the Council may try offenders for violating any of the ordinances of said city; Provided, the Mayor shall try all offenders whether against the laws of this State, or of the ordinances of the city, when he is in the city. Powers of Councilmen of arrest c. same as [Illegible Text] of Mayor. In his absence any 2 of Councilmen may try offenders. Provisor 9 SEC. IX The Legislature aforesaid do further enact, That the Mayor and Council of Cuthbert, may in that name contract and be contracted with, sue and be sued, have a seal, and in that name do all things for the benefit of the city, and all things not in violation of the Constitution and laws of this State, they shall have power to levy a tax upon all persons and property, within the corporate limits of said city, now taxable by the laws of this State, not exceeding one hundred per cent upon the State Tax, for that year, for city purposes; they shall have exclusive and original jurisdiction over the Streets, Roads, Bridges, Side walks and Road hands within said corporate limits; and all male persons between the ages of sixteen and

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sixty years of age, within said corporate limits, shall be subject to road and street duty, to make all ordinances for the suppression of crime and all police regulations necessary and proper, and punish persons violating the same, that are in accordance with the laws of this State; the Marshal and Deputies shall have the power, to execute all criminal processes, as Sheriffs now have, and who shall be compelled to prosecute the offenders, as per ordinances of Council; to appoint a Clerk of Council, a Treasurer, Sexton, Auctioneers and all other officers, necessary for City Government, to prescribe their duties and require security of them, for the faithful discharge of their duties; to grant license for the retail of spirituous liquors, and to fix the fee for the same, to tax all shows, exhibitions, lecturers and concerts, not given by citizens of Cuthbert; to issue execution for all delinquent Tax payers, and for all fines and penalties duly imposed, and such other things as hereinbefore mentioned; to bind disturbers of the peace, to keep the peace, to organize a fire department, to tax all stallions or jacks kept for service as such, and to build a Town Hall and Market House. To sue and be sued c. To levy a tax, c. Not exceeding 100 per cent. Exclusive and original jurisdiction over streets, roads, bridge, c. All males between certain ages shall be subject to road duty. To make all ordinances. for the suppression of crime. Marshall shall execute all processes c. To appoint Clk., Treas'r. c. To prescribe their duties. To grant license. To issue execution against delinquent tax payers. To organize a fire department. To build a town Hall Market house 10. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, c., That the Marshal of said city, shall be compelled to work the roads leading to Starksville and Albany in said State, to the fifth District line of said county together with such hands subject to road duty as may be assigned to said roads, who reside without the limits of said corporation by the commissioners of the 718 District Georgia Militia to work said roads, the overseers of the same being informed by the Marshal of the time of the working of the same. Marshal to work roads leading to Starksville Albany to 5th Dist Line, together with hands subject to road duty. Overseers to be notified by Marshall of the time of working c. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, c., That the Mayor and Councilmen have power to remove said Marshal and Deputy Marshal for mal-practice in office. Marshal removed for malpractice. 12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, c., That the said Mayor and Councilmen at their first meeting in each year publish the receipts and disbursements of the previous year in some public paper. Mayor and council shall publish receipts and disbursments in some public paper. SEC. XIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. DAHLONEGA. SEC. 1. Limits of DahlonegaRoads. SEC. 2. Additional taxing powers conferred on. SEC. 3. Five dollars fine for discharging fire-arms within 200 yards of court-house. (No. 178.) An Act to add additional sections to the act incorporating the town of Dahlonega in the county of Lumpkin. * * Dahlonega incorporated 1833, pam. 334. Charter amended 1838, pam. 114. Reincorporated in 1857 pam. 150. (Sec. 6th of this Act repeals all laws on the subject of incorporation of the town of Dahlonega.) The Act of 1857 seems to be the Act referred to in this Act. 1 SEC I. Be it enacted, c., That the corporate limits of the town of Dahlonega, shall not hereafter extend further than one-half mile each way from the court-house, but the inhabitants of said

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town shall, as now, be liable to work the roads to the present corporate limits. Limits of Dahlonega. Roads. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of said town shall have power to levy and collect the following tax in addition to their present power: On every store-house in said town, any tax not exceeding five dollars; on every merchant vending goods, wares, and merchandize in said town, any sum not exceeding five dollars; on every person retailing spirituous liquors in said town, any sum not exceeding fifteen dollars. Additional taxing powers conferred on Com'rs. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the Commissioners shall have power to impose and collect a fine not exceeding five dollars on any person who shall discharge any fire-arm within two hundred yards of the court-house in said town. Fine for discharging fire arms within 200 yds of C't. House. Approved December 10th, 1859. DALTON. SEC. 1. Mayor and Council of the City of Dalton empowered to fine and imprison, c., not over $50, nor longer than 30 days. SEC. 2. Fines enforced by power of imprisonment. SEC. 3. Three members shall constitute a quorum. SEC. 4. Said Corporation not liable for jail fees. (No. 179.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to incorporate the town of Dalton under the name and style of the city of Dalton, and for other purposes, approved 28 th December, 1853. * * Cross Plains incorporated 1839, pam. 83. Name changed to Dalton, 1847, pam. 47. Charter amended 1850, pam. 86. Act of 1847 repealed 1852, pam. 388. (Did this Act change its name again to Cross Plains?) Again incorporated under name and style of City of Dalton, 1853, pam. 235-43. Charter of City of Dalton amended 1856, pam. 369-71. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Mayor and Council of said city of Dalton be and are hereby authorized to fine and imprison offenders against the laws and ordinances of said city, Provided, such fine shall not in any instance exceed fifty dollars, nor such imprisonment extend beyond the period of thirty days. Mayor and Council of the city of Dalton empowered to fine and imprison c. No. over $50 nor longer than 30 days 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Council are hereby authorized and empowered to enforce the payment of all fines imposed either by the Mayor or three members of Council, by imprisonment not exceeding thirty days. Fines enforced by power of imprisonment. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor and three members of Council shall form a quorum for the transaction of business, and in the absence of the Mayor, four members of Council shall constitute a quorum, any one of whom may preside as President, pro-tempore. 3 members shall constitute a quorum. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said corporation shall not be liable for the payment of jail fees in cases where the Mayor or any member of Council acting ex-officio as Justice of the Peace,

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shall commit to jail persons charged with a violation of the penal laws of this State. Said corporation not liable for Jail fees. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 15th, 1859. Ref. Note.For Act authorizing the Mayor and Council of Dalton to demand and receive for retail license any sum not to to exceed $500. See Act No. 197, reviving certain sections of an Act incorporating the town of Lumpkin, in Stewart county, c. DAWSONVILLE. SEC. 1. CommissionersBy-Laws. SEC. 2. Time and manner of electing Commissioners. SEC. 3. OfficersJurisdiction of CommissionersCom'rs of RoadsShowsPeddlersFinesimprisonment. (No. 180.) An Act to incorporate the town of Dawsonville, in the county of Dawson, in this State; and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That Dr. John Hockenhull, J. M. Bishop, Lawson Hope, Samuel C. Johnson, and William Barrett, be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of the town of Dawsonville, in the county of Dawson in said State, with full power and authority to make all needful rules and by-laws and regulations necessary for the government of said town, not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, nor of the United States. Com'rs. By-laws. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall continue in office until the first Saturday in January, 1861, on which day, and on the first Saturday in January in each year, and every year thereafter, all persons entitled to vote for members of the Legislature shall assemble at the Court-House, in said town, and shall by ballot elect five Commissioners, who shall continue in office for one year, and until their successors are elected and qualified, and shall be eligible to a re-election. Said election shall be held by two Justices of the Peace, or two Justices of the Inferior Court, or one of either, together with one freeholder, whose duty it shall be to count out the votes of said election, and give to the persons receiving the highest number of votes at said election, a certificate of his or their election, and if said election shall, from any cause, fail to be held on the day aforesaid, then it shall be held at such other time as a majority of the Commissioners may determine, they giving five days previous notice of such election. Time and manner of electing commissioners. 3. SEC. III. Said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal and Clerk, and such other officers as they may deem necessary to carry this act into effect, and that the jurisdiction of said Commissioners shall extend one quarter of a mile in each direction from the Court-House in said town of Dawsonville, and they are hereby authorized to act as Commissioners of Roads and Streets, in said town, to the distance aforesaid; and said Commissioners shall have power to collect a tax from all shows which may exhibit within said town, as they may think fit and proper for the use of the

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incorporation, and impose such tax on all peddlers as said Commissioners may deem necessary, and enforce such fines upon persons violating any of the rules and by-laws of said incorporation, as they may deem necessary for the good order of said town, and to imprison any person who shall fail to pay such fines in such manner as they may prescribe. Officers. Jurisdiction of Com'rs- Com'rs of roads. Shows. Peddlers. Fines. Imprisonment SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 10th, 1859. ELBERTON. SEC. 1. Sale of spirituous liquors in the town of Elberton, punished by fine not less than $50. SEC. 2. Permitting it to be drank in any store, c., without license to seil c.A misdemeanor, punishable by fine of $50. (No. 181.) An Act to regulate the sale of spirituous liquors and intoxicating drinks within the corporate limits of the town of Elberton. * * Act regulating Elberton, 1803, Clayton's Dig. 144. Limits enlarged 1808, pam. 99. More fully regulating, 1824, pam. 131-2-3-4. Acts of 1824 amended 1828, pam. 169. Act of 1824 amended 1857, pam. 175-6. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c. That any person or persons who shall sell any spirituous liquors or intoxicating drink, in any quantity whatever, within the corporate limits of the town of Elberton, without a retail license from the Commissioners of said town, or shall allow, suffer, or permit the same to be drank on the premises where it is sold, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and on conviction, shall be fined in a sum of not less than fifty dollars for each offence. Sale of spirituous liquors in the town of Elberton without licence punished by fine. Not less than $50. 2. SEC. II. That any person or persons keeping a store or other public shop within the corporate limits of the town of Elberton and shall suffer, allow or permit any spirituous liquor or intoxicating drink to be drank in said store or other public shop, or on the premises attached or belonging to said store or shop, without a retail license from the Commissioners of said town, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and on conviction shall be fined in a sum not less than fifty dollars for each offence. Permitting it to be drank in any store c without license to sell. A misdemeanor punishable by line of $50 SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859.

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ELLAVILLE. Sec. 1. Ellaville incorporated---Limits. Sec. 2. Commissioners shall hold their office until their successors are elected and qualified. Sec. Election for Commissioners to be held on first Saturday in January, 1860. Sec. 4. Any two freeholders may hold election----Oath----Plurality elects. Sec. 5. Commissioners shall have power to appoint Marshal---Exclusive power to grant license c., to pass ordinances. (No. 182.) An Act to incorporate the town of Ellaville, in Schley county. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the said town of Ellaville, in Schley county, be and the same is hereby made a body corporate, and the limits of said town shall be a half a mile in all directions from the court-house, that is situated in said town. Ellaville incorporated. Limits. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That J. Stephens, H. Davis, R. Burton, H. L. French, and Strange, are hereby made Commissioners of said town, who shall hold their offices until the first Saturday in January, (next,) 1860, and until their successors are elected and qualified. Com'rs shall hold ther offices until successors are elected and qualified. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That on the first Saturday in January, 1860, it shall be the duty of the citizens of said town, qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly, to elect five Commissioners, and so on for each succeeding year, who shall hold their offices as aforesaid. Election for 5 com'rs to be held on 1st Saturday on Jan 1860. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said election may be held by any two freeholders of said town, who shall certify who are elected, and the persons who have such certificates shall take an oath before some Justice of the Peace, well and truly to perform the duties of their offices, the persons having the highest number of votes for their respective offices being entitled to an election. Any 2 freeholders may hold election. Oath. Plurality elects. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal for said town; and the exclusive power to grant license for the retail of spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said town, at such rates and upon such terms as they may deem proper, and to pass any other ordinance that they may think proper for the security of the peace, promotion of health, prosperity, and comfort of the inhabitants of said town, the same not being repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State or of the United States. Com'rs shall have power to appoint Marshal. Exclusive power to grant license c. To pass ordinances. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved November 23d, 1859.

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FAYETTEVILLE. SEC. 1. Retailing spirituous liquors within half a mile of the court-house of Fayette county prohibited---Proviso. SEC. 2. Penalties for violation. (No. 183.) An Act to prevent the sale of spirituous liquors within one half mile of the Court-House in the town of Fayetteville, in Fayette county, only on conditions therein named. * * Fayetteville incorporated 1823, pam. 178 to 83. Charter amended 1827, pam. 188. Limits extended 1850, pam. 91. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the first day of January next, it shall not be lawful for any person to retail spirituous liquors, in any quantity, within one half mile of the Court-House in the town of Fayetteville, in Fayette county, Provided, nevertheless, that this shall not prevent the sale of spirituous liquors within said limits by physicians for medical purposes in any quantity, Retailing spirituous liquor with 1 miles of C. H. of Fayette co. prohibited. Proviso. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That any person or persons who shall after due trial be found guilty of a violation of the first section of this act, shall be fined in a sum, not less than five hundred dollars, or imprisoned in the common jail of the county, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for violation. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 3d, 1859. FORT VALLEY. SEC. 1. Limits of Fort Valley extended---Cemetery. SEC. 2. Ordinances for Cemetery. (No. 184.) An act to amend an act to incorporate the town of Fort Valley, in the county of Houston, and to provide for the election of Commissioners for the same; approved March 3 d, 1856. * * Fort Valley incorporated 1854, pam. 276. Re-incorporated 1856, pam. 377-8-9. Charter amended 1857, pam. 177. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the corporate limits of the town of Fort Valley, be and the same are hereby extended so as to embrace the grounds now used by the citizens of said town for burial purposes, and the principal street or road leading to the same, and that the said burial grounds shall be known as the Fort Valley Cemetery. Limits of Ft. Valley extended. Cemetery. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of the said town of Fort Valley, be, and they are hereby authorized to make and pass such ordinances and regulations relative to said Cemetery, as they shall deem best. Ordinances For Cemet'y. Assented to, Dec. 3d, 1859.

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FORSYTH. (For Act authorizing the Committee of the town of Forsyth, to regulate the sale of spirituous liquors in said town, see Act No. 212, To amend the charter of the town of Washington Wilkes county, c. GEORGETOWN. SEC. 1 Boundary of Georgetown. SEC. 2. CommissionerPowersProviso SEC. 3. Powers of ChairmanTransgressors to be brought before Chairman, c. SEC. 4. Tax not over 50 per cent on State taxtax executions. SEC. 5. Retail licenseProviso. SEC. 6. Committee may tax shows, peddlers, c. SEC. 7. Shall control roads, streets c.Citizens exempt from road duty outside of corporation, c. SEC. 8. Committee elected annuallyManner of managing electionsOath. SEC. 9. Com. may organize corporation. SEC. 10. By-lawsProviso. SEC. 11. Com. shall superintend elections and order elections to fill vacancies, c. (No. 185.) An act to incorporate Georgetown, in Quitman county; also, to define the boundary of said incorporation, and to appoint the persons therein named as Commissioners of said town, and to confer certain powers upon said Commissioners and their successors in office. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the corporate boundary of Georgetown, now the county site of Quitman county, shall be as follows, to-wit; Commencing at the South-East corner of town lot number ninety, (No. 90); thence West to the South-West corner of town lot number one hundred and one, (No. 101); thence in a North-Westerly direction to the brow of the Hill on the road leading from Georgetown to Eufaula, so as to include the residences where Samuel E. Wallace and Mrs. Wicker now live; thence North to the first creek; thence up said creek in an Easterly direction to the North-East corner of lot of land number three hundred and twenty-four, (No. 324); thence in a South-Westerly direction to the begining. Boundary of Georgetown. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, D. Morris, E. C. Ellington, L. C. A. Warren, N. T. Christian and John E. Riordon and their successors in office shall be, and are hereby made commissioners of Georgetown and by such, their corporate name, shall have power to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and do all other acts relating to their corporate capacity and shall have and use a common seal, and said commissioners shall have power and authority to appoint a clerk, a treasurer and a Marshal; each of whom shall continue in office for the same term that the said Commissioners do: Provided, that the said Commissioners have power to dismiss any of said officers for malpractice or non-performance of their respective duties. Com'rs. Powers. Proviso. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That said Board of Commissioners shall have power and authority to elect one of their members Chairman, which shall be done at their first meeting, and said Chairman shall have power and authority to sit as a Court, and all persons who shall be arrested for the violation of any of

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the By-laws or ordinances of said Board of Commissioners shall be brought before the said Chairman, whose duty it shall be to examine said offender or offenders, and said Chairman shall have power and authority to fine or imprison or fine and imprison any and all persons who shall be found guilty of a violation of any of the bylaws or ordinances of said incorporation; and shall have full power to enforce the collection of all fines and forfeitures either by writ of execution, or by capias ad satisfaciendum, which writs shall be directed to and executed by the Marshal of said town or his Deputy, shall bear test in the name of the Chairman of said Board of Commissioners, and shall be signed by the Clerk, and it shall be an execution against the property of the defendant, and may be levied of the goods and chattels, lands and tenements, and shall be first levied by the Marshal upon any property that may be found within the incorporation of said town, but upon a return of nulla bona by the Marshal, said execution may be backed by any Justice of the Peace, of this State, directed to any lawful officer to execute and return, and said execution shall have the same validity as though it had originally been issued from a Justices Court. Provided, said fines shall not exceed fifty dollars. Powers of Chm'n. Transgressors to be brought before Ch'mn. Writs executed by Marshal and tested by Ch'mn. Writs may be levied. Nulla bona. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Chairman and Board of Commissioners shall have power and authority to levy a tax of not exceeding fifty per cent upon the State tax, on all persons and property within the corporate limits of said town which are subject to taxation by the Laws of this State, and in all cases when any person who may reside in said town, or own property in said town subject to taxation, shall fail or refuse to pay taxes imposed according to this act, the said Board of Commissioners may cause execution to issue, which may be issued against the person or property of the defaulter, and shall be directed, attested and and signed, and executed in manner and form as herein before specified, in the collections of fines and forfeitures. Tax not over 50 per cent on State tax. Tax execution. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Board of Commissioners shall have full power and authority to license persons to sell by retail spirituous liquors within said incorporation according to the ordinances of said incorporation. And no person shall sell by retail any spirituous liquors within said incorporation without first obtaining a license from said board of Commissioners. Provided, said Board of Commissioners are not allowed to assess more than twenty-five dollars per annum for said license. Retail license. Proviso. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That said Chairman and Board of Commissioners shall have full power and and authority to levy a tax and collect the same, upon all show-masters who exmay exhibit within said incorporation, any show, circus riding, sleight-of-hand, legerdemain, menageries, or any other performances whatever. And said Board shall have full power and authority to levy a tax upon all peddlers and itinerant traders, not exceeding twenty-five dollars for each days performance or exhibition, nor more than ten dollars per day for peddling or trading; which tax in either case may be collected by execution, in the same manner

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as is pointed out in this act for the collection of fines and forfeitures. Com'rs may tax shows, peddlers c. Execut'n. c. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the said Board of Commissioners shall be commissioners of the roads and streets of said town, and shall have full power to compel all persons subject to road duty within said incorporation to work upon the roads and streets of said town, and to enforce said duty by fine as for contempt, and all persons living within said incorporation are exempt from road duty upon any and all other roads without the limits of said incorporation; all taxes, fines and forfeitures authorized by this act shall be collected for, and appropriated to, the use of said incorporation for the improvement of said town. Shall control roads, streets, c. Citizens exempt from road duty outside of corporation. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall be elected annually, to-wit: on the first Tuesday of February in each and every year, and said election shall be governed and conducted under the same rules and regulations as are now provided for the election of members of the General Assembly, and the returns of said election shall be deposited with the Clerk of the Inferior Court of Quitman county, who shall thereupon issue to each of said Commissioners elected, under his hand and seal of office, a certificate of his election, and the said Commissioners before entering upon the duties of their office, shall severally take and subscribe the following oath: I. A. B. do solemnly swear, that I will to the utmost of my ability discharge all and singular the duties of Commissioners of Georgetown during my continuance in office; so help me God. Com'rs elected annually. Manner of arranging election. Oath. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Commissioners herein named have full power and authority to convene at any time before the first Tuesday of February next, for the purpose of organizing said incorporation by electing their offiers, who shall hold their offices until their successors are elected and qualified. Com'rs may organize corporation. Officers hold until successors are elected. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners and their successors in office shall have full power and authority at any time to convene and pass all by-laws, rules and regulations which may be necessary for the good order and government of said town. Provided, such be not repugnant to the Laws and Constitution of this State. By-laws. Proviso. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners, or a majority of them are hereby empowered and authorized to superintend the elections for the Board of Commissioners of said town, and should any vacancy or vacancies occur in said Board, either by death, resignation or otherwise, then the other Commissioners in office shall have power upon giving ten days notice, to hold an election to fill said vacancy or vacancies. com'rs shall superintend elections and order elections to fill vacancies. SEC. XII. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 9th, 1859.

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GREENESBORO'. SEC. 1. Corporate authority may control streets. c., in said city. (No. 186.) An act to amend an act to incorporate the city of Greenesboro'; to provide for its government; to define its powers, and for other purposes therein mention, approved March 5 th, 1856. * * Acts in relation to Greenesboro' passed previous to 1851, are referred to in Cobb,s Digest 1168. Since 1851, charter amended 1854, pamph. 246. To incorporate the `city of Greenesboro' 1856, pamph. 342-3. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact. That the above recited act, be so amended as to authorize the corporate authorities of the city of Greenesboro' to close up, alter, open or sell any street or to exercise any or all of said acts, in reference to any of the streets of said city, wherever it may be necessary or proper to do so, to premote the convenience of its citizens or improve the appearance of said city. Corporate authorities may control sts. c., in said city- APPROVED, December 17th, 1859. GRIFFIN. SEC. 1. Taxing powerspoll taxbanking tax. SEC. 2. Street tax. SEC. 3. Full power over streets, c.Taverns, cButcher pensDrays, c. SEC. 4. Houses of ill-fame. SEC. 5. Auctioneers. SEC. 6. License to retailPin AlliesBilliards, c. SEC. 7. Shows, of all sorts. SEC. 8. Smith's shopsStoves. SEC. 9. Cellars. SEC. 10. Slaves and free persons of colorPatrols. SEC. 11. City Guard. SEC. 12. Fines collectedImprisonment. SEC. 13. Fine for noise. SEC. 14. Subscribe for Railroad stock or borrow moneyspecial taxProviso, c. SEC. 15. Pavements, Sidewalks, c. SEC. 16. Mayor pro temAn acquittal in bar, c.Proviso. SEC. 17. PeddlersProviso. SEC. 18. Mayor and Council have powers of J. P. to enforce the law. SEC. 19. Weight and measuresFee. SEC. 20. Power to call out Volunteer Cos. in case of riot, fire, c.Penalty for refusing. SEC. 21. Chartered rights confirmed. SEC. 22. City ordinances shall conform to State Law and Constitution. SEC. 23. Repealing clyuse. (No. 187.) An act to amend and consolidate the several acts which have been passed in relation to the powers and privileges of the corporation of the city of Griffin, and for the purposes herein mentioned. * * City of Griffin incorporated 1843, pamph. 106. Amended 1850, pamph. 82. Again amended 1854, pamph. 247, 8, 9, 50. Again amended 1857, pamph. 170, 1. WHEREAS, The various acts of the Legislature passed in relation to the incorporated and chartered rights of the city of Griffin are subjects of much difference of opinion, thereby occasioning much embarrassment and requiring frequent appeals to legislative interference and in relation to concerns purely municipal and local. Preamble.

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1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act the Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin or a majority of them, shall have power and authority to levy and collect a tax upon all and every species of property real and personal within the limits of the city of Griffin which is or may be subject to taxation by the laws of this State, of not exceeding fifty cents on every one hundred dollars value of said property. They shall also have power and authority to levy and collect a poll tax on all free white persons within the city of Griffin, between the ages of twenty-one and sixty years; upon all free persons of color; and also, upon all slaves owned or hired within the city of Griffin. They shall also have power and authority to levy and collect a tax upon all Banking or Insurance capital employed in the city, and upon bank or Insurance Agents, and professional men upon factors, brokers and venders of lottery tickets, thus to raise such sum or sums of money as may be necessay for the support and good government of the city, in all its internal relations and for the payment of the debts thereof. Taxing powers. Poll tax. Banking tax c. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor or Council of the city of Griffin, shall have power and authority to levy and collect, in addition to the other taxes, a tax of not exceeding three dollars upon each and every male white person and slave in the city of Griffin, between the ages of sixteen and forty-five years, as a street tax. Street tax. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have full power and authority to remove, or cause to be removed any building, posts, steps, fence, or any other obstruction or nuisance in the public streets, lanes, alleys, side-walks, or public squares in said city. They shall further have power to establish a market in the city of Griffin and to pass such ordinauces as may be proper and necessary for the regulation of the same. They shall have power to license, regulate and control all taverns and public houses within the city. They shall have power to regulate all butcher pens and slaughter houses within the city, and to remove the same, if they shall become nuisances or injurious to the health of the city. They shall have power to license drays and regulate the same. And further, the said Mayor and Council shall have full power and control over all livery stables, pumps, fire companies and engines within the said city. Full power over streets c. Market. Taverus, c. Butcher pens c. Drays. Livery stables pumps c. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have power upon proof of the existence and maintainance of any house of ill-fame or bawdy house within the city; to cause the occupant thereof to be forcibly removed without the city, if they shall refuse to leave the city after five days notice. Houses of ill fame. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin, shall have power to license and appoint annually as many actioneers or vendue masters for the city as they may deem proper, and receive from each one the sum of fifty dollars as fixed by law; and they shall further have power to levy a tax upon

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all goods sold on commission, or at auction in said city, to be paid by the auctioneer. Auctioneers. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have the sole and exclusive right of granting licenses to retail liquors in the city of Griffin, and of fixing the rates of such licenses, and the terms upon which they shall be issued; of declaring said licenses void when said terms are not complied with. They shall also have power to license, regulate and control all Pin Alleys and Billiard Tables within the city, and to remove the same when they become nuisances to the neighborhood. License to retail. Pin alleys. Billiards. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have power to tax all theatrical performances, exhibitions, or shows of any other kind whatever, coming under this description, within the corporate limits of said city. Shows of all sorts. 8. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That the said May and Council of the city of Griffin shall have power to remove any forge or smith shop, when in their opinion it shall be necessary to insure safety against fire. They shall have power to cause any stove, stove pipe, or other thing which shall endanger the city as to fire, to be removed or remedied as their prudence shall dictate. Smith shops. Stoves. Stoves. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and City Council of the city of Griffin shall have power to compel the owner or owners of cellars occasionally holding water, to cause the same to be emptied of the water, or filled up, if necessary. And in case the owner of said cellar or cellars shall fail or refuse, after reasonable notice to him or his agent, to comply with the requirement of said Mayor and Council, by filling up said cellar or emptying the same, it shall be lawful for said Mayor and Council to employ some person to do the same, and for the amount so expended, the city Clerk shall forth-with issue an execution against the owner of said property, to be collected from any property belonging to him, and a sale under said execution by the city Marshal, shall pass the title to the property sold as completely as a sale under a judgment and execution by the Sheriff. Cellars. 10. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have power to pass all ordinances, rules and regulation necessary and proper for the good government and subjection of all slaves and free persons of color within the city. And the Marshal and such other persons as the Mayor and Council shall appoint, are hereby vested with the full power and authority of patrols in said city. Slaves, free persons of color. Patrols. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have power to establish and regulate a city guard, who shall have the right to take up all disorderly personsall persons committing or attempting to commit any crime, and to commit them to the Guard House, or common Jail of Spalding county to await their trial the next day. And the said guard shall also have power and authority of patrols over slaves and free persons of color, City guard.

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12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor of the city of Griffin shall have power to impose fines for the violation of any ordinance of the city, passed in accordance with its charter, to the amount of fifty dollars, and to imprison offenders in the common Jail of Spalding county for the space of one month; the said fine after being regularly assessed shall be collected by execution to be issued by the city Clerk against the estate of said offenders if any to be found, if none, the offender may be imprisoned as before provided. Fines, how collected. Imprisonm't. 13. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Council of the city of Griffin shall have full power and authority to fine, not exceeding fifty dollars or imprison in the Guard House not exceeding twenty-four hours, any person or persons who shall be guilty of any disorderly conduct, by whooping, hallooing, or making any other unnecessary or unusual noise within the limits of the incorporation, to the disturbance of the citizens thereof; and who does not desist when requested so to do by any officer of the city. Fine for noise 14. SEC. XIV. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council shall have authority, on the recommendation of a majority of the citizens, either in public meeting or by public election, to subscribe for the stock of Railroads or such other internal improvements, or of such as may be for the interest and advantage of the city of Griffin; to borrow money on the faith and credit of the city; to pay the same, and to impose a special tax of, not exceeding onehalf of one per cent in any one year; to meet such debt created: And provided, The aggregate amount of indebtedness of said city hereby authorized shall not at any one time exceed one hundred thousand dollars. Subscribe for R. R. stock, or borrow money, Special tax. Proviso. 15. SEC. XV. Be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Council shall have power to order such pavements or side walks as they may deem proper, and upon the failure of any person to comply with the same within the time prescribed, the said Mayor and Council may have the same done, and levy and collect the expenses thereof by execution against the land and goods and chattels of the owner of the lot, whether holding the same under leasehold, title from the city, or by title otherwise derived. Pavements, sidewalks. 16. SEC. XVI. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council, or a majority of the Council, shall have power to elect a Mayor pro tem, who shall be clothed thereby with all the rights, privileges and duties of the Mayor elect, when and during the sickness or absence of the Mayor, upon taking the usual oath, and not otherwise, and if the Mayor pro tem as well as the Mayor elected by the people should both be unable from any cause to attend to their duties, the Council shall elect another Mayor pro tem who shall thereby be clothed with all the rights, powers and duties of Mayor of the city, upon taking the usual oath, and who shall serve only during the absence of the Mayor. A judgment of acquital or conviction by said Mayor, may and shall be plead in bar, in any court for the same offence: Provided, said Mayor has jurisdiction. Mayor pro tem. An acquittal c., in bar. Proviso. 17. SEC. XVII. Be it further enact, That the said Mayor and Council are hereby empowered to tax and regulate the conduct of

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peddlers within the jurisdictional limits of the corporation of Griffin, and to tax all and every person or persons vending any goods, wares, or merchandise, in the city of Griffin: Provided nevertheless, that any license granted to a pedler by the said corporation shall supercede the necessity of a county license within the city of Griffin. Peddlers. Proviso 18. SEC. XVIII. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor or any one of the Aldermen shall be vested with the powers of Justice of the Peace, so as to enable him, or any one of them within the corporate limits of the city of Griffin, to suppress riots or breaches of the peace, arrest, confine, or bind over offenders against the laws of the State, to answer for such offence before the proper tribunal. Mayor and Councilmen have powers of J. P. to enforce the law. 19. SEC. XIX. Be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Council of Griffin shall have the power to appoint inspectors of the weights and measures in use in said city, and to fix the fees for the same, which shall be paid by the parties using said weights or measures. Weights and measures. Fee. 20. SEC. XX. Be it further enacted. That the said Mayor and Council shall have the power and authority in case of fire, riot, rebellion or insurection in the city of Griffin, to call out the Volunteer Companies to aid in suppressing such fire, riot, rebellion or insurrection. And it shall be the duty of the officers of said companies to obey the orders of said Mayor and Council, for said purpose; and for disobedience, they, and each of them shall forfeit their commission. Power to call out volunteer cos. in case of fire, riot c. Penalty for refusing. 21. SEC. XXI. Be it further enacted, That all the chartered and corporate rights of the city of Griffin as now existing and of full force and effect according to the laws of the State, be, and the same are hereby confirmed. Chartered rights coufirmed. 22. SEC. XXII. Be it further enacted, That no power or powers hereby granted to the corporation of the city of Griffin shall be so interpreted as to permit the said corporation to pass any ordinance, rule, or regulation, contravening the laws of the State or the Constitution thereof, but as often as any doubts shall arise in the construction of this Act, the same shall in all courts of law and equity, and elsewhere be constructed and taken most favorably for said corporation. City ordinances shall conform to state law and constitution. 28. SEC. XXIII. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the acts heretofore passed incorporating the city of Griffin, together with all laws and parts of laws militating against this act, be, and the same are hereby repealed. Repealing clause. Approved Dec. 13th., 1859. GROVERVILLE. (For Act incorporating see act No. 189, To incorporate the town of Hawkinsville, c.)

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HAMILTON. Sec 1. Corporate limits extended, residences of certain persons excluded. Sec 2. Corporators, name and style, commissioners capable to sue and be sued, c., to make by-laws. Sec 3. Intendant and commissioners to be elected by ballot, qualification of voters, elections may be held by 2 freeholders, c. Sec 4. Commissioners have power to assess tax, poll tax not to exceed $1, road hands subject to road duty only in limits of corporation. Sec 5. Commissioners may appoint a Marshal and Clerk, to hold their offices for a year. Sec 6. Intendant and commissioners ex-offico J. P. Sec 7. Intendant and commissioners may impose fine not exceeding $25, and imprison in the county jail not longer than 10 days, for violation of ordinances, or breaches of the Peace. Sec 8. In case of failure to pay any fine the Clerk is to issue execution, signed by Clerk to bear test in the name of the Intendant, c. Sec 9 No person to sell spirituous liquors in less quantities than 1 Gallon unless by permission of Intendant and Commissioners, c. Sec. 10. Intendant and commissioners to appoint patrol, to hold meeting, to tax shows. Sec. 11. Intendant and commissiones to punish the sale of liquors to minors by fine not exceeding $100, to slaves and free persons of color by fine, not exceeding $100, c. Sec. 12. Intendant and Commissioners to take oath, oath. Sec. 13. Intendant and commissioners subject to be dealt with by the Inferior Court as are road commissioners. Sec. 14. Commissioners may require oath and bond of officers, also, to pass by-laws and establish fines. Sec. 15. Intendant and commissioners to receive no compensation. but may fix salaries of Marshal and Clerk. Sec. 16. Marshal authorized to arrest all violators of the Ordinances of the town without a warrant. Sec. 17. All processes issued returnable as if by a Constable, Marshal, exofficio Constable, to receive costs Sec. 18. Intendant and commissioners to pass all needful laws for the regulation of free persons of color, and also for the good order of said town. (No. 188.) An Act to extend the corporate limits of the town of Hamilton, Harris county, and to create and give additional powers to the corporate authority of said town. * * Hamilton incorporated 1828, pam. 149, charter amended 1833, pam. 272, corporate limits extended. 1854, pam. 250; Act No. 210, repeals so much of Act of 1854, as refers to the town of Trenton in Dade county. 1. Section I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the corporate limits of the town of Hamilton, Harris county, shall be and are hereby extended to one mile in every direction from the Court House in said town, and the jurisdiction of the corporate authorities of said town is hereby extended to said territory added to the corporate limits of said town, and that the residence of M. Thomas be included in the same, and the residence of G. W. Mullins and Mrs. Roper, and the premises whereon Daniel P. Hill now resides, together with his law office in said town, be excluded and not embraced in said limits. Corporate limits extended. Residences of certain persons excluded. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That an Intendant and four Commissioners, and the said Intendant and Commissioners and their successors in office, are hereby declared to be a body corporate and politic under the name and style of the Intendant and Commissioners

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of the town of Hamilton, and by that name they shall be capable in Law and Equity of suing and being sued, pleading and being impleaded unto, in all the Courts of this State, and the said Intendant and Commissioners and their successors, shall have power and authority to make all by-laws, rules and regulations necessary and proper for the government of the said town of Hamilton, which are not repugnant to the Constitution and laws of this State. Corporators. Name and style Com'rs capable to sue and be sued. To make by-laws. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Intendant and Commissioners shall be elected by ballot, on the first Saturday in January next, and on the first Saturday of January of each year thereafter, all persons entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly of this State, residing within the corporate limits of said town at the time of election, are qualified and empowered to vote for or be Intendant or Commissioners of said town, and any two freeholders in said town, are hereby authorized to hold said election and in the event no election being had at any time, those holding the offices of Intendant and Commissioners of said town shall hold their offices until their successors, are elected and qualified, and in the event of a vacancy in the Board of Commissioners or Intendant, from any cause the other members shall have the power and it be their duty to fill the vacancy by appointing any person qualified to hold said vacant office. Intendant Com'rs to be elected by ballot. Qualification of voters. Election may be held by two free holders. Officers to hold office until succes'r are elected. In case of vacancy in board, to be filled by Bo'd. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the said Intendant and Commissioners shall have power to assess and collect a tax for the use of said corporation upon property taxed by the laws of this State, within the corporate limits of said town, also, to assess a poll tax upon every voter of said town, but said poll tax shall no year exceed one dollar per poll, and the tax upon property shall not exceed one half the State tax for the year 1859, on said property and that the road hands within the corporation shall be subject to road duty only within the limits of said corporation. Com'rs have power to assess tax. Poll tax not to exceed $1 Road hands subject to duty only in limits of corpor'n. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall have power to appoint two suitable persons, one of which shall be known as Marshal and Tax Collector of said town, and the other as Clerk and Treasurer, of said town and other officers if they be deemed necessary, to carry into effect the powers herein granted, and said officers shall hold their offices for one year, and shall receive such compensation as the Intendant and Commissioners may allow. Com'rs may appoint a Marshal and Clerk. To hold their offices for 1 year. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall be bound to keep the peace, and shall be, as to crimes, ex-officio Justices of the Peace to all intents and purposes. Intend't and Com'rs ex-officio J. P. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Intendant and Commissioners, any two of the Commissioners acting with the Intendant, and in the absence of the Intendant, any three of the Commissioners may act, shall have power to impose fines not exceeding the sum of twenty-five dollars and to imprison in the common jail of the county of Harris, or other place of imprisonment, designated by the Intendant and Commissioners for any time not longer than

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ten days, any person or persons shooting guns or pistols, using vulgar or indecent language within the hearing of ladies, quarreling or fighting, loud cursing or doing any other act which tends to the annoyance or disturbance of the citizens of said town. Inten't may impose fine not exceeding $25 and imprison in co. jail not longer than 10 days. For violation of ordinances. Or breaches of the peace. 8. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That when any person refuses or neglects to pay any fine or any tax which may be assessed against him by the Intendant and Commissioners of said town, the Clerk of the town shall issue execution against such person, which shall be signed by the Clerk and bear test in the name of said Intendant, and be directed to the Marshal of said town, commanding him forthwith to levy upon the goods, chattles, lands and tenements of the said defendant or defendants, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy the demand and cost, which execution shall bind all the property of the defendants from the date thereof, of said execution, and the Marshal shall advertise and sell all property levied on as Constables do their sales, and shall receive the same amount of fees that Constables do for enforcing executions. In case of failure to pay any fine the Cl'k is to issue execution. Signed by the Cl'k and bear test in the name of the intend't. Shall bind property of def't. Marshal shall advertise and sell property levied on. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That no person or persons shall be allowed to vend any spirituous liquors in said town, in less quantities than one gallon, except for medicinal or mechanical purposes, without first obtaining a license from the Intendant and Commissioners of said town; which license shall be granted to said applicant upon his paying not less than fifty, nor more than one thousand dollars for one year to said Intendant and Commissioners, Provided, none of the provisions of this section shall be so construed as to allow the Intendant and Commissioners of said town, by any action of theirs to depreciate the value of the property of any person and persons who may be retailing spirituous liquors in said town at the time of the passage of this act, without making just and reasonable compensation for the same, and the said applicant shall take the oath and give the bond now required by law to the Clerk of the Inferior Court, and said Intendant and Commissioners, shall also, grant license to any person or persons who may wish to keep a Billiard or Pool Table or Tables, or Ten Pin Alley, upon the applicants paying to the said Intendant and Commissioners the sum of not less than fifty, nor more than one thousand dollars, and said Intendant and Commissioners shall have power to tax all other houses of amusement or past-time that tend to corrupt the morals of the citizens of said town, and for every violation of the provisions of this section, the person or persons so offending, shall pay a fine of not less than twenty-five, nor more than one thousand dollars for every such offence, and all moneys arising from the sources contemplated in this section, shall go into the Treasury of said town and constitute a fund for town purposes to be controlled and disbursed by said Intendant and Commissioners for the benefit of said town. No person to sell spiritous liquors in less quantity than 1 gal. unless by permis'n of In't and Com'rs. License not less than $50 nor more than $1000 a year. This act not to be understood as interfering with the vested rights of persons retailing at the time of its passage. Applicant shall take the oath and give bond. In't and Commissioners shall grant license to persons wishing to keep Pool or Billiard Tables c. License not less than $50 nor more than $1000. In't and Comm'rs shall have power to tax other houses of amusement or past time. Every violation of this section subject to a fine of not less than $25 nor more than $1000 for each offence. Funds so collected to be disbursed for the benefit of said town. 10. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That the said Intendant and Commissioners shall have power to appoint patrols and regulate their duty to hold meetings as often as necessary, and a majority of said Intendant and Commissioners shall constitute a quorum, to determine

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such matters as come under their jurisdiction, to tax all shows, and persons exhibiting anything or performing as a show man for the purpose of gain. In't and comm'rs to appoint patrol. To hold meetings. To tax shows c. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That, upon proof being made before the Intendant and Commissioners, that any person has sold or furnished spirituous liquous to a person under the age of twenty-one years, without the consent of the parent or guardian of such minor, said Intendant and Commissioners shall fine the person so selling or furnishing the same, any sum not exceeding one hundred dollars, and upon proof before said Commissioners, that any person has sold or furnished any slave or slaves or free negroes without the consent and a written order of their masters or guardian for the same, and then only in quantities, and in such manner as is now authorized by law, such person or persons shall be fined in any sum not exceeding one hundred dollars, and any negro seen inside of any house or houses where spirituous liquors are sold at night, in possession of any quantity of said liquors, or seen outside of said house or houses close, and immediately by the door of the house or houses with spirituous liquors, it shall be prima facie proof of the same. In't and comm'rs to punish the sale of liquor to minors by fine. Not exceeding $100. Sale to slaves or Free persons of color by fine. Not exceed'g $100, Negross seen near such houses under certain circumstances prima facie proof of the crime. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners, within twenty days after their election, shall, before entering upon the duties of their office, be required to take the following oath before some officer authorized to administer oaths: That, I. A. B. do solemnly swear that I will, to the best of my ability, discharge the duties of Intendant or Commissioner (as the case may be) of the town of Hamilton, and adopt and enforce such measures as, in my judgment, will be calculated to promote the interest of the citizens of the town. In't comrs. to take oath. Oath. 13. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, That the Intendant and Commissioners of said town, may be dealt with by, the Inferior Court, for neglect to keep the streets of said town in order, as road Commissioners are now by law. In't comrs. subject to be dealt with by the Inferior Court as are Road Com'rs. 14. SEC. XIV. Be it further enacted That the said Commissioners shall require oaths of officers appointed by them, as they may think proper, also, take bonds of the same for the faithful performance of their duties, which bonds may be on breach of the same, sued in any Superior or Inferior Court of said county, and the amount recovered in the same shall go into the town Treasury, also pass all by-laws and regulations, for the government of said officers; also, to make all by-laws for the government of the road and street hands of said town, and fine the same any amount they may think proper for neglect. Com'rs may require oath and bond of officers. Also to pass by-laws and establish fines 15. SEC. XV. Be it further enacted That said Intendant and Commissioners, shall receive no compensation, during their term of office, for their services as officers of said town: but they may fix the salaries of Marshal and Clerk at such an amount as they may think proper, to be paid out of the town fund. In't and com. to receive no compensation but may fix salaries of Marshal and Clerk. 16. SEC. XVI. Be it further enacted, That the Marshal be, and he is hereby authorized to arrest and carry any person, before the Intendant

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and Commissioners, who may be guilty of any disorderly tumultuous or riotous conduct, without a warrant. Marshal authorized to arrest all violators of the ornances of the town without warrant. 17. SEC. XVII. And be it further enacted, That all warrants, summonses and executions issued by the authority of said Intendent and Commissioners, shall be served and returned by said Marshal in the same manner, as the same are served and returned by lawful Constables of said State, and said Marshal shall be ex-officio Constable, so far as respects his office and shall receive the same costs upon warrants, summons and executions as the Constables of this State, which cost shall be to said Marshal a sum extra from the compensation which he may receive from the said Intendant and Commissioners as Marshal of said town. All processes issued as if by a constable. Mashal ex-officio constable Marshal to receive costs extra. 18. SEC. XVIII. Be it further enacted, That said Intendant and Commissioners shall have power to pass and enforce all needful laws, rules and regulations, necessary for the good government of slaves and free persons of color within said corporation, also to abate nuisances and to make and enforce all laws necessary for the health good order and decency of said town. In't and com. to pass all needful laws for the regulation of free persons of color. And also for the good order of said town. SEC. XIX. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. HAWKINSVILLE. SEC. 1. Commissioners of HawkinsvillePowersProviso. SEC. 2. Oath. SEC. 3. Election first Saturday in Jan. 1861ProvisoAnnual Elections thereafterVoters, c. SEC. 4. Vacancies. SEC. 5. Jurisdiction. SEC. 6. Officers' Bonds. SEC. 7. TaxPoll TaxExecutions. SEC. 8. Com'rs of Roads and StreetsPowersProviso. SEC. 9. Fines. SEC. 10. Commissioners may license retail shops. SEC. 11. Shows. SEC. 12. Grooverville incorporatedLimit of town. SEC. 13. Commissioners By-LawsOfficers. SEC. 14. Annual election first Monday in JanuaryVoters. SEC. 15. Liquor license. SEC. 16. Roads. SEC. 17. NuisancesTax Billiards. SEC. 18. Powers of Commissioners. SEC. 19. Police Court. SEC. 20. Commissioners J. P. (No. 189.) An Act to incorporate the town of Hawkinsville, in the county of Pulaski; to appoint Commissioners for the same, and to confer certain powers upon said Commissioners; also, to incorporate the town of Grooverville, in Brooks county, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That Joseph J. Lowery, John J. Sparrow, Batts N. Mitchell, T. D. L. Ryan, A. M. Fraser, J. W. Brown, and John H. Brantly, Jr., be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of the town of Hawkinsville, in the county of Pulaski, who shall, as soon as convenient, elect from their body a President, and said President and Commissioners and their successors in office, are hereby declared to be a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of the Commissioners of the town of Hawkinsville, and the said Commissioners or a majority of them, and their successors in office or a majority of them, shall have full power and authority to make all by-laws, rules and regulations

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for the government of said town; Provided, the same are not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State and the United States. Com'rs of Hawkinsville Powers. Proviso. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That each of said Commissioners, before they enter upon the duties of their office, shall take and subscribe the following oath, to-wit: I, A. B., do solemnly swear that I will, to the utmost of my ability, discharge the duties of Commissioner of the town of Hawkinsville, during my continuance in office, and that I will support and defend the Constiiution of this State and of the United States, so help me God; which oath may be administered by any one, or all of the Commissioners duly elected, or by any person legally authorized to administer oaths, and when so taken and subscribed, shall be filed and recorded by the Clerk appointed by said Commissioners. Oath. 3. SEC. III. And be it futher enacted, That the said Commissioners shall hold their office until the first Saturday in January, 1861, and until their successors are elected and qualified; Provided, that if the election aforesaid shall not be held on the day aforesaid, that it shall be lawful to hold said election on any day, after ten days notice thereof being given by the acting Board of Commissioners, or any one or more of them. Also, on the first Saturday in January in every year thereafter, an election shall be held for Commissioners of said town of Hawkinsville, and all free white male inhabitants residing within the corporate limits of said town at the time of any such election, who are entitled to vote for members of the Legislature, shall be entitled to vote for said Commissioners, and if at any time hereafter it shall happen that an election shall not be held on the regular day for holding elections for a Board of Commissioners, either from a failure upon the part of the Acting Board of Commissioners to call an election, or for whatever other cause, that it may be lawful for one of the Judges of the Inferior Court to advertise an election, giving ten days notice thereof, for seven Commissioners, which election shall be held in the same manner as the regular election. Election 1st Sat Jan. 1861. Proviso. Annual election thereafter. Voters. When elect'n is not held on regular day Judge I court may order an election. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That if any vacancy occurs, by death, resignation or otherwise, of said Commissioners, the remaining Commissioners shall have power to fill such vacancy until an election shall take place as heretofore provided for. Vacancies. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the authority and jurisdiction of said Commissioners, and their successors in office, shall extend over and embrace all that portion of land comprised in fractional lots number two hundred and twenty-five and two hundred and twenty-six, and all that portion of land comprised in whole lots, numbers two hundred and twenty seven, two hundred and twenty-two, two hundred and twenty-three and two hundred and twenty-four. Jurisdiction 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners, or a majority of them, shall have full power to convene, at any time or place within the corporate limits of said town, and proceed

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to appoint a Marshal, Clerk, and such other officers as they may deem necessary to carry this act into execution, which officers, when so appointed, shall give bond and security to said Commissioners of said town in a sum to be fixed by said Commissioners of said town, for the faithful discharge of their respective duties. Officers. Boud. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of said town shall have power to levy a tax for the support and government of said town on all real and personal property within the corporate limits of said town, except such land as shall be used for agricultural purposes; and also, a poll tax on all residents of said town, who are, by law, liable to pay State poll tax, to be collected by the Marshal or his Deputy, and said Commissioners shall have power, by their Clerk, to issue executions for all fines and taxes bearing test in the name of the President of the Board and directed to the Marshal. Tax. Poll tax. [Illegible Text] 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall be Commissioners of the Roads and Streets; shall have full power and authority to open all of the streets, which appear in the plan of said town, now on record in the Clerk's office of Pulaski county, to the extent of the limits of said streets; to extend them further and to open such new streets as they may deem expedient for the interest and convenience of the public, in case the consent of the owners, over whose land said streets may be located, shall be first had and obtained, and not otherwise. And all persons residing within the limits of said town shall be exempt from road duty beyond the limits of said town. Com'rs of roads and sts. Powers. Proviso. 9. SECTION IX. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the said Board of Commissioners shall have power to assess and impose such fines for the violation of any of the by-laws and regulations of said town within the corporate limits, as to them may seem just and proper, and all such fines may be collected by execution as hereinbefore prescribed for the collection of taxes. Fines. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the said Board of Commissioners shall have power to grant license for the retail of spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said town, and to regulate the fees for the same; and the money thus raised shall be applied to the improvement and keeping in repair the streets of said town, and for the adorning the town with shade trees, and providing the necessary protection of the same. Com'rs may license retail shops. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That the said Board of Commissioners shall have power to levy and collect such tax; as may hereafter be determined by them, upon all shows of whatever kind, and theatrical companies giving public exhibitions within the corporate limits of said town. Shows 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the town of Grooverville, in the county of Brooks, be incorporated; and the authority and jurisdiction of said town of Grooverville shall extend one and a quarter miles from

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the crossing of the Thomasville and Madison, and Monticello and Sharp's Store roads, in said town. Grooverville incorporated. Limit of town. 13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That W. R. Joiner, Jared Everett, George Prince, J. S. Groover, and A. H. Wilson, be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of the town of Grooverville, and they, or a majority of them, or their successors in office, shall have power and authority, at any time, to convene and pass all by-laws, rules and regulations, which may be necessary for the good order and government of the same, and shall have full power to order the election of such officers as are necessary to carry such by-laws, rules, and regulations into effect; Provided, such by-laws be not repugnant to the Laws and Constitution of the State. Com'rs. By-laws. Officers. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners shall continue in office until the first Monday in January, one thousand eight hundred and sixty, and until their successors are elected, on which day, and on the first Monday in January, annually thereafter; all free white males within the corporate limits of said town, who are entitled to vote for members of the Legislature, shall be entitled to vote for the said Commissioners. Annual election 1st Mon. in Jan. 1860. Voters. 15. SEC. XV. And be it further enacted, That the power to grant licenses to retail spirituous and fermented liquors in the corporate limits of said town, is hereby vested in said Commissioners, and that they may grant the same for any sum not exceeding one thousand dollars nor less than six hundred dollars, the same to be paid to said Commissioners before the granting of said licenses. Liquor license. 16. SEC. XVI. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to call out the hands, subject by law to work the roads, for the purpose of working the streets and roads within the corporate limits of said town, at such times as they shall think proper; and that the said hands shall be exempt from working all roads beyond the limits of said corporation. Roads. 17. SEC. XVII. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power to remove all nuisances from the streets of said town, to tax billiard tables and ten pin alleys, and to levy such other tax as may be necessary for the support of the government of said town, upon the real or personal property within the limits of said corporation. Nuisances. Tax billiards 18. SEC. XVIII. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power to pass all laws and ordinances that they may deem necessary and proper, for the good government of said town, and which will secure the peace, promote the comfort, health, happiness, and prosperity of the inhabitants of said town; the same not being repugnant to the Constitution of the State. Powers of Com'rs. 19. SEC. XIX. And be it further enacted, That any two of said Commissioners of said town, may at any time, hold a police court for the trial of offenders against the laws and ordinances of said town, and may punish by fine or imprisonment, not exceeding fifty dollars, and the imprisonment not to exceed ten days. Police court. 20. SEC. XX. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners

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shall have the power of Justices of the Peace, within the corporate limits of said town, and bind over to the Superior Court all persons guilty of offences within the corporate limits of said town, or for want of bail commit them to jail. Com'rs J. P. SEC. XXI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 8th, 1859. * Hawkinsville incorporated 1830, pam. 214. Charter amended 1836, pam. 103. HOMER. SEC. 1. Commissioners appointedpowers. SEC. 2, [Illegible Text] in officesuccessors SEC. 3, Jurisdiction of corporation. SEC. 4, Power to levy extra taxfor the benefit of said town, c. SEC. 5, To work streetsto abolish nuisances, c. SEC. 6, To employ a Marshalloath to be taken by Marshall, c. SEC. 7, To collect a Poll Tax, SEC. 8, To compel all persons to work on streetscitizens exempt from all other road and patrol duty. SEC. 9, To fine or imprison disturbers of the public peacenot exceeding $25 fine, or 24 hours imprisonment. SEC. 10, A majority of Commissioners to to issue executiondirected to Marshall, c. SEC. 11, To appoint a Treasurerduties of Treasurer prescribed, c. SEC. 12, Oath to be taken by Commissioners. SEC. 13, To regulate the sale of spirituous liquorslicense not to exceed $100, c. (No. 190.) An act to incorporate the town of Homer, in the county of Banks, and appoint commissioners for the same, and for other purposes therein specified. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, James M. McDonald, J. N. Turk, James Norwood, J. N. Chandler, John E. Harper, and Davis T. Bradley, are hereby appointed commissioners of the town of Homer, in the county of Banks, with full power to make all by laws, and regulations, necessary for the government of said town. Com'rs appointed. Powers 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said commissioners shall continue in office until the second Saturday in January eighteen hundred and sixty-one, at which time all the citizens residing within said incorporation, entitled to vote for members of the General Aisembly, shall meet at the Court House, or some other convenient place in said town, and elect their successors, who shall be residents of said town, and shall hold their offices until their successors are elected and qualified, said election shall be held by two justices of the peace, or two justices of the inferior court, or one or either, with one free holder; Provided; in the event of there being no election of commissioners at the time herein pointed out, the commissioners then in office, shall so continue until their successors are elected and qualified, and that the managers of said election shall give a certificate of election, which shall be sufficient authority for said commissioners to enter on the discharge of their duties, and in case no election is held by the legal voters on the day aforesaid, then at any time thereafter, on a written notice of ten days, being posted at the court house door, by any two free holders of said town, giving notice of the time and place

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of holding said election, the citizens of said town shall proceed to elect said board of commissioners in the same manner, as though the same had been held on the second Saturday in January. Continuance in office. Successors elected. Qualification Election held. Managers to give certificate of elections. Election held 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the jurisdication of said commissioners shall extend one mile in all directions from the court house. Jurisdiction of corporation 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said commissioners shall have power and authority to levy and collect a tax to the amount of not more than one fourth the State Tax, for the use of said incorporation, upon all the taxable property, situate, being, and kept within the limits of said incorporation, and that said tax when collected in the manner that may be prescribed by said commissioners, shall by them be used for the benefit and improvement of said town, and it shall be duty of the citizens of said town, on or before the first Monday in June, of each and every year, also persons living out of the incorporation, who hold property within said corporation, to give in to the Marshall of said town, the value of the same on oath, and in case of failure so to do, the commissioners, or a majority of them, shall assess the value of the same, and the Marshall shall collect the tax thereon at the value assessed, as though it had been given in. Power to levy extra tax For the benefit of said town. To give in property. In case of failure Com. to assess value. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said Commissioners shall have power and authority, to pass all ordrnances and by laws, necessary for the government of said town, which do not conflict with the Constitution and Laws of this State, and of the United States, and they shall have special power to provide for the working of the Streets and square, opening and removing obstructions in the streets, and to abate any nuisance within the limits of said incorporation, and also to levy a tax not to exceed ten dollars, for each exhibition, by all itinerant show masters, who may exhibit within said town, any shows, circus, sleight-of-hand, legerdemain, or tricks, of any kind of shows coming under this discription; which tax shall be collected by the Marshall of said town, in such way and manner as said Commissioners shall determine. To make By-laws. To work strects. To abate nuisances. To levy tax on all shows, circusses, c. To be callected by Marshal 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said commissioners shall employ a Marshall, who shall give bond and security, payable to said commissioners and their successors in office, in a sufficient amount, to be adjudged of by the commissioners, and shall further take and subscribe the following oath, before entering on the discharge of their duties, to-wit: I, A. B. do solemnly swear, that I will execute the office of Marshall, of the town of Homer, to the best of my skill and ability, so help me God; and the said commissioners shall hold meetings as often as necessary, and that a majority of said commissioners shall constitute a quorum, and determine such things as may come under their jurisdiction. Employ a Marshal. Oath to be taken by Marshal. To hold meetings. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, by the anthority aforesaid, That said commissioners shall have power and authority to levy

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and collect a poll tax not exceeding one dollar, from every free white male person, residing within said corporation subject to road duty according to the laws of this State, to appoint patrols, and regulate their duties, and to appoint overseers of the streets and roads, and regulate the manner of working the same. To collect a Poll tax. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the commissioners shall have power to compel all persons, or slaves, who are subject to road duty by the laws of this State, to work on the roads, streets, public square, and alleys of said town, under such rules and regulations as said commissioners may adopt, and they shall be exempt from all road duty out of the corporate limits of said incorporation, Proviaed, said poll tax is not levied and collected. To compel all persons to work on streets. Citizens exempt from all other road or patrol duty. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the commissioners shall have power to fine and imprison, or fine or imprison, any and all persons, for any act of disorderly conduct, such as is calculated to disturb the peace, good order, and quiet of said town, or to endanger the person or property of any citizen or visitor of said town. Provided, that no fine shall exceed twenty-five dollars and no imprisonment be for more than twenty-four hours. To fine or imprison disturbers of the public peace. Not exceeding $25 fine or 24 hours imprisonm'nt 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That in all cases when any person or persons, shall fail or refuse to pay the taxes imposed, or the fines imposed according to this act, a majority of said commissioners shall issue execution for the same, which execution shall be directed to the Marshal of said town, commanding him to levy on the goods and chattels, lands and tenements of the defendant, or so much thereof, as shall be sufficient to satisfay the demands and cost, which execution shall bind the property of the defendant from the date thereof, and cost thereof shall be the same as Justices court executions under the laws of this State, and the said Marshall shall proceed to advertise and sell in such manner as the laws, or ordinances of said town may direct. A maj, of Com'rs to issue execution Directed to the Marshal. Which shall bind the property of the def't. Costs. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the commissioners of said town shall have power to appoint a treasurer of said town, whose duty it shall be, to keep all monies belonging to said corporation, raised by fines or taxation, and pay them out, only by order of said commissioners or a majority of them, and the said Treasurer shall give bond and good security, for the safe-keeping and disbursement of said funds, to be adjudged of by said commissioners. To appoint a Treas'r. Duty of treasr prescribed. Give bond. 12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said commissioners, before entering upon the duties of their office, shall take and subscribe the following oath, to wit: You and each of you, as commissioners of the town of Homer, shall well and truly adopt and pass such by laws, and ordinances, as you shall deem best for the health, peace, and well being of said town, and shall enforce the same, to the best of your skill and ability, so help you God. Oath to be taken by com'r

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13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That said commissioners of the town of Homer, or a majority of them, shall have power to restrict and regulate the sale or vending of spirituous liquors, within the corporate limits of said town, and grant license for the same, Provided, they shall not charge for said license exceeding one hundred dollars, and any person or persons violating the ordinances of said commissioners, passed in pursuance of the power granted by this section, shall in addition to the penalty prescribed by said commissioners, be subject to all the penalties to which persons are now subject by the Laws of this State, for retailing liquor without license. To regulate the sale of spirit's liquor. License not to exceed $100. Penalty for violation of ordinance. SEC. XIV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. JONESBORO'. Sec. 1. Commissioners. Sec. 2. Time manner of electing Commissioners; Term of office; vacancies; re-eligible. Sec. 3. By-laws. Sec. 4. Officers and duties; Compensation. Sec. 5. Manner of keeping streets in order; Not compelted to work Roads outside of town. Sec. 6. Tax. Sec. 7. Powers; Nuisances; Health. Sec. 8. Manner of collecting taxes from delinquents; Fines; Executions; Fees; Proviso. Sec. 9. Patrol; Fines; Proviso. Sec. 10. Public square; Streets; Fire. Sec. 11. Punishment of crime; Power to fine, imprison and bind over to the Superior Court. Sec. 12. Limits; Voters; Only residents eligible to office; Voters after first election. (No. 191.) An Act to incorporate the town of Jonesboro', in the county of Clayton; to provide for the election of Commissioners, Marshals, and Clerks; and for other purposes herein mentioned. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That James B. Key, Sanford D. Johnson, G. L. Warren, Joshua J. Harris, W. H. Sharpe, R. K. Holliday, and James Alford be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of the said town of Jonesboro', until the election of Commissioners agreeable to this act. Com'rs. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That on the first Saturday in January next, and on the first Saturday in January in every year thereafter, all free white male citizens of said town, or within the boundary lines hereafter mentioned, who shall be entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly, shall assemble at the Court House, or some other place designated by the Commissioners of said town, and by ballot elect seven Commissioners, who shall continue (in office) one year, and until their successors are elected; at which election, any two Justices of the Inferior Court of said county, or any two Justices of the Peace for said county, may preside; and in case of death, or removal, or resignation of any of said Commissioners, the remaining Commissioners shall have the power to fill the vacancy or vacancies, to continue in office until the next annual election;

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the Commissioners, and all others appointed by virtue of this act, shall be re-eligible. Time and manner of electing commissioners. Term of office. Vacancies. Re-elligible. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of said town and their successors, shall have full power and authority to pass any by-laws and regulations, as they may deem necessary for enforcing and collecting all poll and other taxes upon the taxable property in said town, as hereinafter described. By-laws. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Board of Commissioners of said town, and their successors, to elect one Marshal and Deputy Marshal, and their own Clerk, annually by ballot, for the purpose of enforcing and collecting taxes, and carrying out the orders of said Commissioners, and for the purpose of carrying out the by-laws of said town, and all other duties that may be made incumbent upon them as such officers; and it shall be the duty of the Commissioners aforesaid, to compensate them for such services as they think is reasonably right; which amount of salary shall be made known between the Commissioners and other officers, at the commencement of every year. Officers and duties, compensation 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners and their successors shall have full power to compel all white male citizens, slaves, free persons of color residing in the limits of said incorporation, that are compelled to work on the roads by the laws of this State, by giving one days notice to their owners, overseers or employers, for the purpose of keeping up the streets, in said town of Jonesboro, or said Commissioners shall have power to assess a tax for the same, if in their judgment they may deem best; all such citizens, slaves, or free persons of color, so compelled to work the streets of said town, or a tax assessed for the purpose of keeping up said streets, in said town, shall not be liable to do road duty outside of said corporate limits of said town. Manner of keeping st's. in order. Not bound to work roads outside town. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have full power to pass any by-laws they may deem right and equitable, for the purpose of raising funds for the interest, advancement and protection of said town, by taxation on all merchandize, itinerants, traders, auctioneers, showmen of all descriptions, Daguerreanists, and ambrotypists, livery stables, hotel keepers, on all real and personal property, free persons of color, on all billiard tables, ten-pin alleys, on retail groceries and confectionaries, retail whisky shops, all professional men, and upon all games of hazard, whatever, or lotteries of any kind, and upon those who sell lottery tickets. Tax. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners and their successors shall have full power and authority to remove, or cause to be removed, any building, post, step. or fence, or other obstruction or nuisance, or open any street that may be necessary and advantageous to the citizens of said town, they, the said Commissioners of said town, shall have also full power and authority to pass by-laws and regulations, as they may deem necessary for the preservation of the health of the citizens of said town; the security of the public buildings, and other citizens' property, from fire and

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other accidents, and for erecting and repairing fences and railings in the said town. Powers. Nuisances. Health. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That, in case any person or persons who are liable and refuse to pay the taxes that are assessed or imposed by any of the provisions, or any by-laws or regulations made by said town Commissioners, or their successors in office, or any fine that may be imposed for a contempt of said bylaws, so made and published by said Commissioners, then, and in that case, the Commissioners or a majority of them, are hereby authorized and compelled to order their Clerk to issue execution, directed to the Marshal of said town, requiring him to levy and sell the goods and chattels, lands and tenements, of the person or persons, so refusing to pay the amount of tax or other order, or fine, for contempt, that may be assessed or fined by said Commissioners, as aforesaid; and said Marshal and Clerk shall receive such fees as are allowed now by law to Justices of the Peace and Constables in similar cases; Provided, that all sales, to be made by virtue of such execution, shall be advertised at least ten days, at the Court House door in said town, or some other place that may be appointed by said Commissioners. Manner of collecting taxes from delinquents. Fines. Executions. Fees. Proviso. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of said town shall have full power and authority, to pass and ordain any by-laws and regulations, necessary to cause to be established and enforced, a strict Patrol, either by day or night, within the corporate limits of said town; and in case of neglect or refusal in any citizen of said town, to comply with the by-laws and regulations, to be, by the said Commissioners, ordained and established upon this subject, that the said Commissioners, or a majority of them, may proceed to fine such citizens, and collect such fines as is herein before prescribed for collection of taxes, c.; Provided, that the fines to be imposed, in virtue of the power derived under this act, shall not exceed five dollars for each case of neglect or refusal. Patrol. Fines. Proviso. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners and their successors, be and they are hereby authorized to appropriate all taxes and fines imposed, assessed and collected, in virtue of any by-laws or regulations adopted in pursuance of the authority of this act, to repair and improve the public square and streets of said town, and to the preservation of the houses of said town from fire, in such manner as they or a majority of them shall deem most conductive to the interests and safety of the citizens. Public square streets, fire. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further cnacted, That the Commissioners and their successors, of said town, shall have full power, and they are hereby authorized, to pass any by-laws and regulations that are not repugnant to the Constitution of this State and of the United States, for the punishment of crime, and the protection of the persons and property of the citizens of said town, and for the better protection of moral, civil, and religious liberty; and said Commissioners shall have power to fine and imprison for a contempt, or violation of any of the laws ordained and established in pursuance of the provisions of this act; also to have full power to bind

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over to the Superior Court, of said county of Clayton, all violations of the criminal laws of this State, in such bond as the nature of the case will justify. Punishment of crime. Power to fine and imprison and [Illegible Text] over S. Court. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners appointed by the first section shall proceed, at once, or cause the same to be done, to lay off said corporate limits, as follows: Two miles north and south, and one mile east and west; the centre to be at the crossing on the Macon and Western Rail Road, opposite the Masonic Hall, in said town; all the legal voters included in the boundaries of said incorporation, shall be entitled to vote for Commissioners of said town; and no one will be eligible to office, unless he resides in the said boundaries of incorporation, and that no citizen will be allowed a vote for commissioner, after the first election, unless he has been a citizen of said town three months previous to said election, and he or they have paid all taxes, fines and forfeitures, that may have been assessed and demanded by said Commissioners, three months previous to said election. Limits. Voters. Only residents elligible to office. Voters after 1st election. SEC. XIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 13, 1859. LA FAYETTE. Sec. 1. Commissioners of La Fayette have control of retailing in said town. (No. 192.) An Act to amend an act of 1835, incorporating the town of La Fayette, in Walker county, * * Chattooga incorporated 1835, pam. 235. Name changed to La Fayette, 1836, pam. 108. Act of 1835 revived, and corporate limits extended 1852, pam. 460. Charter amended 1858, pam. 140. and to extend the provisions of an act to grant certain privileges and powers to the Griffin Light Guards, in the city of Griffin, Spalding county, and other Companies herein named, Assented to, December 22nd, 1857, to the Cuthbert Rifles, a Military Company, of the city of Cuthbert, and for other purposes. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and immediately after the passage of this act, the Board of Commissioners for said town shall have the sole and exclusive right to grant a license to retail spirituous liquors; within said corporation, and of fixing the rates of such license, and the terms upon which they shall issue; and shall have full power to punish persons for retailing in the bounds of said incorporation, without such license, either by fine or imprisonment, or both; and also shall have full power to abolish nuisances in said incorporation. Com'rs of La-Fayette have control of retailing in said town. SEC. II. See title XX. Volunteer Companies. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec 19, 1859.

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LA GRANGE. Sec. 1 Additional power of Mayor and Council of La Grange; Proviso; Police Court, c. Sec. 2. Tax levied according to the necessity of the city; Proviso. Sec. 3. Fire Company of La Grange exempt from Patrol, Militia and Jury duty; Proviso. Sec. 4. Mayor and Council of La Grange allowed to take stock in Rail Road from La Grange to Columbus; May levy tax; Proviso, c. (No. 193.) An Act to confer additional powers upon the Mayor and Council of the city of La Grange, to regulate the rate of taxation in said city, and to grant certain exemptions to the Diligent Firemen, of La Grange. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Mayor and Council of the city of La Grange, in addition to the powers already conferred by law upon them, shall have full power and authority to fine or imprison, or fine and imprison any person who may be guilty of a violation of any of the ordinances of said city; Provided, that no imprisonment for any offence shall be for a longer period than ten days; and it shall be lawful for said Mayor and Council to constitute the Mayor and any two of their number, or the Mayor alone, a Police Court, for the trial of all violations of the city ordinances; which Court, when constituted, shall have all such powers relative to offenders, as are herein granted to the Mayor and Council, subject to such limitations as the Mayor and Council may, by ordinance, impose; and the Clerk of Council and City Marshal are hereby constituted officers of said Court, and shall be entitled to receive, for their services in the trial of causes, such fees and costs, to be collected from defendant, as may be established by the Mayor and Council. Additional power of mayor and council of Lagrange. Proviso. Police court. Officers of said court. Fees. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That from and after the first day of January next, the tax in said city upon property subject to taxation, according to value, shall not be levied with reference to the rate of the State tax; but it shall be lawful for the Mayor and Council to levy such a tax upon said property, as, in their judgment, the wants and necessities of the city may require; Provided, such tax shall not be more than one-tenth of one per cent upon the value of said property. Tax levied according neec of city. Proviso. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the act assented to, December 22nd, 1857, incorporating the Diligent Firemen, of LaGrange, be and the same is hereby amended, so as to exempt the officers and members of said Fire Company from Patrol, Militia and Jury duty; Provided, that said Company shall not at any time consist of more than fifty members. Fire company of Lagrange exempt from patrol militia and Jury duty. Proviso. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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(No. 194.) An Act to authorize the Mayor and Council of the City of LaGrange to levy an extra tax; and for other purposes. * * LaGrange incorporated 1828, pam. 152, part of Act of 1828 repealed 1847, pam. 33, charter amended 1852, pam. 431; also 1856, pam. 356-7-8-9; also 1857, pam. 181. 4. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this Act, at such time as they shall see proper and upon such conditions as are hereinafter specified, it shall be lawful for the Mayor and Council of the city of LaGrange, in their corporate capacity, to subscribe for stock in the Columbus and Hamilton Railroad or any other Railroad to be built from LaGrange, through Hamilton, to Columbus, to issue the bonds of the city for the payment of the same and levy an extra tax not exceeding one-fourth of one per cent on the taxable property of the city for the redemption of said bonds; Provided, said subscription shall not exceed the sum of ($25,000 00,) twenty-five thousand dollars; and provided further, that nothing shall be done in pursuance of this act, until the question of taking stock as herein authorized shall have been submitted, after ten days notice in the LaGrange Reporter, to the citizens of LaGrange, and a majority of two-thirds of the voters of said city, shall be found assenting thereto, all laws in conflict with this act are hereby repealed. Mayor and Council of Lagrange allowed to take stock in R R from Lagrange to Columbus. May levy a tax. Proviso. Approved Dec. 20th, 1859. LINCOLNTON. SEC. 1. Commissioners of Lincolntontheir powersmay fine and imprisonmay levy tax c. SEC. 2. Manner of collecting fines. SEC. 3. Qualification of voters. (No. 195.) An Act to alter and amend the Act incorporating the town of Lincolnton, and the several acts amendatory thereof, to confer additional powers upon the Commissioners in relation to raising revenue the preservation of good order, the regulation of license for vending spirituous liquors within the corporate limits and prescribing the qualification of voters; and for other purposes. * * Lincolnton incorporated 1817, pam. 85; Act amended 1820, pam. 95; also 1834, pam. 261; also 1847, pam. 29; Whereas, it has been found impracticable for the Commissioners of said town of Lincolnton, to preserve good order, and government within the corporate limits thereof, for the want of more extensive and salutary powers for remedy whereof. Preamble. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Commissioners of said town, shall have the power to impose fines not exceeding fifty dollars and imprisonment in the common jail of the county not more than ten days, upon any person or persons who shall violate the Ordinances of said town, in relation to the peace and good government

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of said town, rioting, using indecent language in the Streets or in any public manner, or for contempt of Commissioners when in session, the said Commissioners shall have power to raise such amount by taxation on residents and non-residents, owning real or personal property in said town, as will be sufficient to defray all the necessary expenses incidental to the government of said town, they shall have sole power to regulate license for vending spirituous liquors in said town, and in their discretion may grant or refuse license impose what terms they please as to amount to be paid for license and quantity of spirituous liquors to be sold, and should any person or persons violate any ordinance they may enact, for earrying this power into effect by vending spirituous liquors in any quantity whatever, in the corporate limits of said town without first obtaining a license from the Commissioners, such person or persons so offending shall be liable for each violation to a fine of not less than fifty dollars, and imprisonment in the common jail of the county not less than ten days. Com'rs of Liucolnton, their powers, may fine and imprison. May levy a tax to defray expenses c. May grant or refuse license for selling liquor. Fine and Imprisonment for violating ordinance c. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That all assessments, fines, pains and penalties laid or incurred under this act, shall be recovered by execution issued by the Clerk and tested by one or more of the Commissioners, to be levied by the Marshal, and if levied upon negroes or real estate, said Marshal shall return said execution with his entries thereon to the Sheriff of the county or his Deputy, who shall after legal notice make sale of said property. Manner of collecting fines, 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That no person or persons shall be qualified to vote at the annual election for Commissioners of said town, unless such person or persons shall have been a bona fide resident of said town, at least six months preceeding said election. Qualification of voters. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 5th, 1859.

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LOUISVILLE. SEC. 1. Chairman and Commissioners authorized to impose a tax on all free negroes c. in said town, not to exceed $100, to be collected by execution, under which the negroes may be sold. SEC. 2. Power to grant license vested in Chairman and Commissioners, li cense not to exceed $50. SEC. 3. Chairman and Commissioners may impose tax on Billiard Tables, c., in said town. SEC. 4. Also to tax all showmen, traders, c., in said town, not to exceed twenty-five dollars per day. SEC. 5. All property in said town made liable to be taxed, not to exceed [frac18] of 1 per cent, proviso. SEC. 6. Chairman and Commissioners may sell all useless streets, c., in said town. SEC. 7. Election for 5 Commissioners to be held on 3d Saturday in January in each year, in case of failure to elect on that day. new election to be held on 3d Saturday in Feb. next thereafter, c. SEC. 8. Chairman and Commissioners impowered to pass all ordinances necessary for the protection of the Academy Building, punishments for defacing it, c. SEC. 9. Persons retailing without license liable to fine, not exceeding $100. SEC. 10. 4th section of Act incorporating town of Waresborough repealed. SEC. 11. Latter clause of 10th section of said Act repealed. SEC. 12. All official acts c., of council of said town made valid. (No. 196.) An Act to authorize the chairman und commissioners of the town of Louisville * * For Acts in relation to Louisville prior to 1851, see Cobb's Digest 1178, Chairman and Commissioners authorized to sell streets, c., 1854, pam. 256. , to tax free persons of color, retailers of spirituous liquors, billiard tables, ten pin allies, showmen itinerant traders, hawkers, peddlers, c., to impose a tax upon citizens of the town; to sell whole or parts of streets; to prescribe the time of holding elections for Chairman and Commissioners of the town and in the event of there being no election, to authorize the old Board to continue in office, and to give them municipal authority over the Academy building in said town, to alter and amend an act to incorporate the town of Waresborough. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, it shall and may be lawful for the chairman and commissioners of the town of Louisville, in the county of Jefferson, to impose and collect an annual tax upon all free negroes or free persons of color, living or working within the corporate limits of said town, of whatever age or sex, in such amount as may, by them, seem proper, not exceeding the sum of one hundred dollars upon each and every of said free negroes or free persons of color, so living or working within the corporate limits of said town; and upon the refusal or failure of any such free negro or free person or color, to pay the tax thus imposed; then an execution to issue as may be directed by said chairman and commissioners, and such free negroes or free persons of color, to be levied on and sold at the place of public sales in said town for such time as will be required to pay said tax. Of Waresboro Ch'n com'rs authorized to impose a tax on all free negroes c., in said town. Not to exceed $100. To be collected by exec'n. Under which the negroes may be sold. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the authority to license the retailing of any, and all kinds of spirituous liquors, within the corporate limits of said town, be and is hereby vested in the

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said Chairman and Commissioners, who, alone, shall be authorized to grant any retailer such license, and said chairman and commissioners are hereby empowered to grant the said license, charging therefor, such sum as may, to them seem proper, not to exceed the sum of fifty dollars for each license, annually. Power to grant license c., vested in Ch'mn and Com'rs. License not to exceed $50. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That said Chairman and Commissioners, be authorized to impose and collect an annual tax, on all billiard tables, and ten pin allies, or allies of any other number of pins, kept for public use, not exceeding the sum of twenty-five dollars, upon each billiard table or alley of ten or other number of pins, so kept for public use. Ch'n com'rs may impose a tax on billiard tables c., in said town. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said chairman and commissioners be, and they are hereby authorized to impose a tax upon all showmen, of whatever kind, and all itinerant traders, hawkers, peddlers, c., in such sum as they may deem proper, not to exceed the sum of twenty-five dollars per day, upon each showman, itinerant trader, hawker, peddler, c. Also a tax on all showmen traders c. in said town. Not to exceed $25 per day 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That all property within the corporate limits of said town of Louisville, of whatever kind or nature, whether real or personal or mixed, as may be taxable by the laws of the State of Georgia, shall be subject to be taxed by the said chairman and commissioners, who shall be authorized to impose and collect annually, an advalorem tax upon all such property, not to exceed the one-eighth of one per centum; Provided, that nothing herein contained shall include or refer to negroes, liable to road duty, said chairman and commissioners, being hereby authorized to tax all such road hands, together with free white citizens of said town, liable, according to the laws of this State, to do road duty, in a sum not exceeding two dollars, upon each and every of said road hands and persons liable to do road duty. All property in said town made liable to be taxed. Not to exceed [frac18] of 1 per ct. Proviso. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said Chairman and Commissioners are hereby authorized and empowered, to sell either at public or private sale, whichever they may deem most advisable, the whole or any part of such street or streets, within said town, as they may consider useless for public travel or convenience, and the money arising from such sale or sales, to be placed in the Treasury of said town, to be disposed of by said Chairman and Commissioners as all other monies in the Treasury, and any title made by the Chairman, to perfect and complete such sale, of whole or parts of streets, shall be good and valid in law. Ch'n com'rs may sell all useless st's in said town. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the present Board of Commissioners, be authorized to hold and exercise their duties as a Board of Commissioners, until the third Saturday in January, eighteen hundred and sixty, upon which day, and on the third Saturday of January, of every year thereafter, there shall be an election held for five Commissioners of said town, and in the event of no election being held on said third Saturday of January, of any future year, that then the present Board, or if in any year after eighteen hundred and sixty. (1860,) any Board, then in office shall order an election to be held for such five Commissioners, on the third

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Saturday in February next thereafter; and in the event of the failure or refusal of the citizens of said town (entitled to vote) to elect a new Board, then the present, or any future Board, shall continue in office until the next regular election, when, if no election be held, they shall,'as before, be empowered to order an election on the third Saturday in February, and if the citizens again refuse or fail to elect a Board, then the Board in office, to hold and exercise the duties of Commissioners of said town, until a new Board be elected, agreebly to the provisons of this Act, and duly qualified as by law directed. Election for 5 Com'rs to be held on 3d Sat in Jan. in each and every year. In case of failure to elect on that day new election to be held. On 3d Sat in Feb. thereafter. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That said Chairman and Commissioners, be authorized and empowered to pass any such Ordinance or Ordinances, as may be necessary for the protection of the Academy building in the town of Louisville, and for the punishment of any and all persons, who may deface or in any manner do injury to said building; the punishment in no instance to exceed, for any single offence, a fine of twenty dollars, or ten days imprisonment in the common jail of the county, or both at the discretion of said Chairman and Commissioners; Provided, the person so injuring said building, be a free white person of the age of twenty-one years; if under that age, the penalty to be the same, and the said Chairman and Commissioners shall be authorized to issue an execution against the parent or guardian of any minor found guilty of the above offence, for the amount of fine imposed, and Provided further, that if the offender be a free person of color, he or she shall be liable on conviction, to be whipped at the discretion of the Chairman and Commissioners, or imprisoned in the common jail of the county, not exceeding ten days or both, and shall pay all cost; and provided further, that if the offender be a slave, then on conviction, he or she to be punished by whipping at the discretion of the Chairman and Commissioners, and the owner of any such slave or slaves, thus convicted, shall pay all costs of trial, whipping, c. Ch'n comrs empowered to pass all ordinances necessary for the protection of the Academy building. Punishment for defacing c. Proviso. In case of minors, Parent liable. Proviso. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That if any person shall violate the second section of this Act they shall be liable on conviction, before the Chairman and Commissioners, to a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars, and each day they retail without license, shall be considered a seperate offence. Persons retailing without license liable to fine c. Not exceeding $100. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the fourth section, of the Act, incorporating the town of Waresborough, and authorizing the council of the town of Waresborough to levy a tax on all property within the corporate limits of said town, for town purposes, be and the same is hereby repealed. 4th sec of act incorporat'gl the town of Waresboro repealed. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That all the latter clause of the tenth section after the word revenue, be and the same is hereby repealed. Latter clause of 10 sec. of said act repealed. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the records and ordinances, and all other official acts and doings of the Council of the town of Waresborough, since the organization of said town by

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virtue of this act, are hereby confirmed, and made valid and binding. All offieial acts of council of said town made valid. 13. SEC. XIII. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, 20th Dec., 1859. Waresborough incorporated 1858, pam. 145. 6-7. LUMPKIN. SEC. 1. Revises 3d and 4th sections of an Act to incorporate the town of Lumpkin. SEC. 2. Manner of working roads. SEC. 3. Town Commissioners not acting SEC. 3. duty of Road Commissioners of DistrictProviso. SEC. 4. Patrols---Fines. SEC. 5. Mayor and Council of Dalton may license retail shops. (No. 197.) An Act to revive and put in force the third and fourth sections of an act amending an act to incorporate the town of Lumpkin, * * Lumpkin incorporated 1831, pam 73. Charter amended 1850, pam. 98. 5th section of Act of 1850 repealed 1857, pam. 182. 3d and 4th sections of Act of 1850 repealed 1858, pam. 130. in Stewart county, approved January 17 th, 1850 ; to add additional sections thereto; and to amend the charter of the city of Dalton, and for other purposes. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the third and fourth sections of the Act entitled an Act to amend an Act to incorporate the town of Lumpkin, in Stewart county, assented to December 26th, 1831, approved January 17th, 1850, be and the same are hereby re-enacted and put in full force; and the Acts assented to December 22d, 1857, and December 11th, 1858, repealing the aforesaid section, be and the same are hereby repealed. Revives 3d, and 4th sec. of an act c., of town of Lumpkin. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of said town of Lumpkin are hereby authorized, in lieu of levying and collecting a road tax, as provided for in the aforesaid acts incorporating said town, and those amendatory of the same, to apportion the persons and hands residing within the corporate limits of said town, who are subject to road duty by the laws of this State, to such, and as many overseers as may, by them, be deemed proper; and shall divide out the public streets of said town among the said several overseers, and the hands apportioned to each respectively; and in that event the said overseers and road hands shall be subject to the same duties and liabilities, and have the same rights and privileges as other overseers and road hands according to the general laws of this State; and the said Town Commissioners shall have the same power and authority over, and be subject to the same penalties and liabilities in relation to, the said overseers, road hands, and public streets, as are prescribed for Road Commissioners by the laws of this State. Manner of working roads 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That in the event the said Town Commissioners shall not be elected, or if elected shall fail or refuse to discharge the duties prescribed for them in this act, and in the act of which this is amendatory, in relation to the public

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streets of said town, it shall be the duty of the Road Commissioners of the District in which said town of Lumpkin is located, to appoint the said overseers, apportion to them the said hands and public streets, in the manner herein prescribed, subject to the provisions of the laws now of force regulating the manner of working the public roads in this State; Provided, nothing herein shall be so construed as to relieve said Commissioners of said town from any penalties for the neglect of their duties aforesaid. Town com'rs not acting duty of Road com'rs of dist. Proviso. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Commissioners of said town to appoint patrols for said town, to divide them into companies of convenient numbers, prescribe their duties, affix fines for neglect of duty, and pass such other laws, rules and regulations concerning the same, as they may see proper, and all persons residing within the corporate limits of said town, shall be subject to do patrol duty within the corporate limits of the same, who are now subject to do patrol duty by the laws of this State. Patrols. Fines. 5. SEC. V. And he it further enacted, That the Mayor and Council of the city of Dalton be authorized to receive and demand for license to retail spirituous liquors within the limits of said corporation, any sum not exceeding five hundred dollars. Mayor and council of Dalton may license retail shops. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859. MACON. SEC. 1. Mayor and Council authorized to lease a portion of the Public Reserve for brick yard purposes. (No. 198.) An Act to authorize the Mayor and Council of the City of Macon to lease a portion of the Public Reserve lying below said city to be used as a brick yard, and for other purposes therein mentioned. * * Acts in regard to Macon prior to 1851, see Cobb's Digest 1146-7. Charter amended 1852, pam. 188-9-90. Also 1853, pam. 242, 243, 256, 257, 258. Also 1857, pam. 182-3. Also 1858, pam. 141. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, the Mayor and Council of the city of Macon are authorized and empowered, if they shall deem it advisable, to lease for brick yard purposes, that portion of the Public Reserve lying below said city, on which a brick yard was formerly situated, being about ten acres of said Reserve, near the enclosed grounds known as Camp Oglethorpe, any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Mayor and council authorized to lease a portion of Public Reserve for brick yard purposes. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. MONTICELLO. [For Act To amend the act incorporating the town of Monticello, c., see Act No. 199, To incorporate the town of Moultrie, c.]

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MOULTRIE. SEC. 1. Moultrie incorporatedLimits. SEC. 2. Election--- Voters. SEC. 3. Oath of office. SEC. 4. Marshal----By. Laws, c. Fine and imprisonment, c. SEC. 5. Amends Act of 1856 in regard to Rome. SEC. 6. Mayor and Council full powers over retail license in the city of Albany. SEC. 7. Limits extended, of town of Monticello---Proviso. SEC. 8. Limits marked. (No. 199.) An Act to incorporate the town of Moultrie, in the county of Colquitt, and to coufer certain privileges and powers on the Commissioners; and to amend the several acts incorporating the city of Rome; * * Rome incorporated 1834, pam. 230. Re-incorporated 1838, pam 78. Made a city 1850, pam. 50. Charter amended 1852, pam. 387, 406-7. Also 1856, pam. 393-4-5-6. Also 1857, pam. 191. and to confer certain powers on the Mayor and Council of the city of Albany; ** ** Albany incorporated 1838, pam. 128. Charter amended 1841, pam. 52. Also, 1850, pam. 96. Also 1853, pam. 235. Also 1857, pam. 163. Also 1858, pam. 128. and to amend the act incorporating the town of Monticello, *** *** For better regulation of town of Monticello. 1816, pam. 278-9. Act amended 1817, pam. 43, 45-6. Charter amended 1852, pam. 432-3. Also 1858, pam. 130. in the county of Jasper; and for other purposes therein mentioned. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the said town of Moultrie, in the county of Colquitt, be and the same is hereby incorporated, and that the limits of said incorporation extend from the Court-House, covering an area of fifty acres. Moultrie incorporated. Limits. 2. SEC. I. Be it further enacted, That on the first Monday in February, in 1860, and on the same day of each year thereafter, an election shall be held at the Court-House, in said town, for five Commissioners, and all persons residing in said town qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly, shall be qualified to vote for said Commissioners, and said Commissioners shall hold their offices until their successors are elected and qualified. Election. Voters. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That said election shall be held by any two freeholders of said town, who shall certify who are elected Commissioners, and the person or persons having such certificate shall take an oath before some Justice of the Inferior Court, or Justice of the Peace, well and truly to perform the duties of Commissioner of said town. Oath of office. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners, and their successors, in office shall appoint a Marshal for said town, and they or a majority of them, shall have power to enact by-laws, rules, and regulations for said town, (not contrary to the Constitution and laws of this State,) and to punish offenders against said laws, rules, and regulations, or either of them, by fine or imprisonment, said fine, in no case, to exceed fifty dollars, and such imprisonment not to exceed twenty days; and shall have power to issue execution for said fine under the hand and seal of a majority of said Commissioners, against said offender, which execution shall have

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the same force and effect as other executions issued from the Courts of Law in this State. Marshal. By-laws. Fine and imprisonment. Not over $50 nor 20 days. Executions. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That an act entitled an act, amendatory of the several acts incorporating the city of Rome, in this State, approved January 22d, 1856; also, sections third, fourth, and fifth, of an act entitled an act to amend an act incorporating the city of Rome, be and the same are hereby repealed. Amends act of 1856 in regard to Rome 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the City Council of Albany, in this State, shall have full power and authority to license persons to retail, and to sell by retail, spirituous and malt liquors within said city, according to the ordinances thereof. And no person or persons shall sell by retail, in said city, without first obtaining such license. Mayor and council full power over retail lecenso in the city of Albany. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the act incorporating the town of Monticello, in the county of Jasper, and the several acts amendatory thereto, heretofore passed and assented to, be so amended that the corporate limits of said town, be, and the same are hereby extended three-fourths of one mile in all directions from the Court-House, situated in said town; Provided, the lands situated in said extended limits, except improved lots, the gardens, out-buildings, and appurtenances thereunto attached, shall not be subject to be taxed by the authorities of said town. Limits extended of town of Monticello Proviso. 8. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Commissioners of said town, forthwith, to cause the limits of said town to be surveyed by a competent surveyor, and the limits of the same, shall be distinctly marked and defined. Limits marked. 9. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. NEWNAN. SEC. 1. Marshal of Newnan no longer elected as the Commissioners are. (No. 200.) An act to repeal an act entitled an act to authorize the election of Marshal of the town of Newnan, in the county of Coweta in the same way and manner as Commissioners for said town are now elected by law. approved, February 17 th, 1854. * * Newnan incorporated 1828, pamph. 149. Chater amended 1830, pamph. 206; also, 1854, pamph 263. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That an act entitled an act to authorise the election of Marshal for the town of Newnan in the county of Coweta, in the same way and manner as commissioners for said town are now elected by law, approved February 17th, 1854, be and the same is hereby repealed. Marshal of Newnan no longer elected as the comm'rs are. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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PERRY. SEC. 1. LimitsProviso. SEC. 2. Mayor and six AldermenElection 2d Saturday in JanuaryTerms of office, c. SEC. 3. Managers of electionPlurality elects, c. SEC. 4. Oath. SEC. 5. Mayor and Aldermen shall elect Marshal, Clerk, Treasurer c. SEC. 6. Mayor and Aldermen subject to indictment, c. SEC. 7. All males over 16 under 45 must work on streets. SEC. 8. Salaries. SEC. 9. QuorumElections shall be decided by Council, c. SEC. 10. ExpensesBond. SEC. 11. Ordinances and By-lawsPests, c. SEC. 12. Offenders. SEC. 13. Salaries and expenses to be paid out of town fund, c. SEC. 14. Liquor license. SEC. 15. Billiard tables, c.Shows, c. SEC. 16. Illegal votingPenalty. SEC. 17. Powers for support of town government. SEC. 18. Annual returnsDefaulters assessed. c. SEC. 19. Poll taxFree persons of color, c. SEC. 20. Power over buildings, fences, streets, c. SEC. 21. Houses of ill-fame. SEC. 22. License auctioneersTax goods, c. SEC. 23. Power to confine loose animals. SEC. 24. Marshal may examine all suspected places, c. SEC. 25. Power to issue processesTo execute ordinances. SEC. 26. How to keep the town officered. SEC. 27. Fire. SEC. 28. Costs. SEC. 29. Officers may justify. SEC. 30. Professional men living out of town and having offices in town may be taxed on their professions. SEC. 31. Previous act repealed. SEC. 32. Election of Marshal of Albany by the people repealed. (No. 201.) An act to incorporate the town of Perry in Houston county, and to extend the limits of the same, and to repeal an act to incorporate the town of Perry in Houston, and to define the authority of the Commissioners of the same, passed the 28 th of December, 1828, * * Perry incorporated 1824, pamph 148. Also, 1828 pamph 189. Also, 1836, pamph. 272274. and to repeal an act entitled an act to amend the charter of the city of Albany, so far as to give the election of Marshal to the qualified voters of said city, approved December 22 d, 1857; See act of 1857, pamph. 128. and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, that the corporate limits of said town shall extend three-quarters of a mile in every direction from the Court House, except on the West side, on which side, Big Indian creek shall be the boundary; and also, except the premises of E. M. Halsey; Provided, always, that no field or woodland exceeding five acres shall be subject to the corporation tax or corporation laws, until the same is laid off into town lots or built upon. Limits. Proviso. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the corporate powers of said town shall be vested in a Mayor and six Aldermen who shall be elected on the second Saturday in January next, ten days notice having been given, and on the same day in every January thereafter, and that said Mayor and Aldermen shall hold their offices for one year, or until their successors are qualified, and all citizens residing in said incorporation ten days previous to said election who shall be

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entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly, shall be entitled to vote for said Mayor and Aldermen: Provided, no person who is not a resident citizen and owner of real estate within the said incorporation, shall be ellegible to the office of Mayor or Alderman in said town. Mayor and 6 Aldermen. Election 2nd Sat. in Jan. Term of office Voters. Proviso. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That any two citizens who may be freeholders in said town, being first sworn to hold said election properly and justly, may preside over said election, neither of whom being a candidate, and the persons receiving the highest number of votes shall be declared to be duly elected, and that the managers of said election shall give their certificates to such persons as shall be thus elected, and said certificates shall be evidence of that fact, and their authority to act, and the said certificates shall be recorded by the Clerk of the Council in a book kept for that purpose, and this record shall always be the highest evidence of said election. Managers of election. Plurality lects. certificates election. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Alderman before they enter upon the duties of their respective offices, shall before a Justice of the Inferior Court, or of the Peace, take and subscribe the following oath: I do solemnly swear that I will to the utmost of my ability faithfully discharge the duties of Mayor (or Alderman) of the town of Perry, during my continuance in office, so help me Go. Oath. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Aldermen shall at their first annual meeting after their being qualified, proceed to elect by ballot, a Marshal, and if they deem necessary a Deputy Marshal, Clerk of Council and Treasurer; each of whom unless removed shall remain in office until a new election for, and qualification of Mayor and Aldermen, and that said Mayor and Aldermen shall have full power to remove from office, or to punish by fine, not exceeding fifty dollars, any officer elected by them, for any neglect, mal-practice in, or abuse of said office, or for any misdemeanor. Mayor and Ald'mn shall elect Marshal Cl'k, Treas'r. Term of office Mayor may punish bad officers. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That in case the Mayor or any Alderman, while in office, shall be guilty of any wilful neglect, mal-practice in, or abuse of said office, he or they shall be liable to be indicted before the Superior Court of the county of Houston, and on conviction thereof, shall be fined in a sum not exceeding five hunded dollars, for each and every offence; and shall moreover be removed from office. Which fine or fines shall be paid over to the town Treasurer, for the use of said town. Mayor and Ald'mn guilty of abuse of office subject to indictment before Sup'r Court. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That all males over the age of sixteen years and under the age of forty-five years, who may have resided in said town ten days shall be subject to work the streets according to the road laws now of force in this State, or to be taxed therefor as the Town Council shall determine as a commutation for such duty. All males must work on streets over 16 and under 45 or be taxed 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen shall have the power to fix and regulate the salaries of each

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and every officer they may elect, which salaries shall not be increased or diminished during countinuance in office. Salaries. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor or Mayor pro tempore and any three Aldermen shall form a quorum for the transaction of all business, and the Mayor or President pro tempore shall have the the casting vote and a majority of the votes shall determine all questions and elections before the Council and the Mayor, and each Alderman shall be, to all intents and purposes, a a Justice of the Peace, so far as to enable them or any of them, to issue warrants for offences committed within the corporate limits of said town, which warrants shall be executed by the Marshal or Deputy Marshal, and to commit to the common Jail of Houston county, or to admit to bail, according to law, offenders for their appearance before the next Superior Court thereafter for the county of Houston, to await his, her, or their trial, and it shall be the duty of the Jailor of said county to receive all such person so committed, and them safely to keep until the same be discharged by due course of law, and in all cases where persons committed to jail, are or shall be unable to pay their jail fees, the said corporation shall be liable for the same. quorum. Elections shall be decided by council. Mayor and Ald'mn shall act as J. P. Marshal shall execute all warrants. Bail. Duty of Jailor. Jail fees. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the expenditures of the Mayor and Aldermen and the compensation of the town officers shall be paid out of the town funds, by an order drawn by the Clerk of Council unpon the town Treasurer, and countersigned by the Mayor, or by the President pro tempore of the Council, and that the Marshal or Deputy Marshal, Clerk and Treasurer shall give bond and security to the Mayor and Aldermen and their successors, in a sum to be fixed by the Mayor and Aldermen, for the faithful performance of his or their duties. Expenses. Bond. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Aldermen shall have full power and authority to pass all ordinances and by-laws necessary for the government, good order and well being of the said town to remove pests or nuisances, and to perform all acts necessary and proper to carry out the provisions of this act, not incompatable with the Constitution and Laws of Georgia and of the United States; they shall also have full power to make all contracts, in their corporate capacity, which they may deem necessary for the wellfare of said town; and in their corporate capacity to hold property, and sue and be sued. Ordinances and By-laws. Pests and nuisances. Necessary contracts. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor, and in his absence any two of the aldermen of said town, shall have full power and authority, to try all offenders against all or any of the by-laws and ordinances of said town, and to punish for each and every violation thereof, within the corporate limits of said town, by a fine or fines, not to exceed the sum of twenty dollars. Ofienders. 13. SEC. XIII, And be it further enacted, That the Mayor of said town shall receive for his services such sum per annum, as may be fixed by the Mayor and Aldermen, and all the salaries to be paid to the officers of said incorporation, together with all the expenditures made for the use of said town, shall be paid out of

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the town funds in the hands of the town treasurer, who shall keep a book, in which he shall make an entry of all sums of money paid out, and to whom, and for what purpose, and shall take receipts for all sums of money paid out, which book and receipts, shall be at all times subject to the inspection of the Mayor and Aldermen of said town, or any, or either of them, and all sums of money paid into the hands of the town treasurer by the provisions of this act, shall, and the same is hereby directed to be a fund for the exclusive use of said town. Salaries and expenses to be paid ont of town fund. Treasurer's book, how kept. Treasury fund to be used only for said town. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen of said town, shall have power to license persons to retail; and to sell by retail; spirituous liquors, within the limits of said town, and that no person or persons shall sell, by retail, any spirituous liquors within the limits of said incorporation, without first obtaining such license, for which he or they applying, shall pay such sum of money, as the Mayor and Aldermen of said town shall by ordinance determine, which tax shall be paid into the town treasury, and be appropriated to the use of said town of Perry. Liquor license. 15. SEC. XV. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen of said town, shall have full power to levy a tax upon all billiard tables kept or used for the purpose of playing on, gaming, or renting, and all ten pin alleys or alleys of any kind, which are kept for the purpose of playing with pins and balls, or either pins, or balls, or for the purpose of renting the same, and the said Mayor and Aldermen shall have power and authority to levy and collect a tax from all itinerant show-masters, who may exhibit in said town, any show, circus, riding, tumbling, sleight-of-hand, tricks of legerdemain, any theatrical exhibition, or any other kind whatsoever, coming under this discription. Billiard Tables, c. Itinerant showmen, c. to be taxed. 16. SEC. XVI. And be it further enacted, That (at) any election for Mayor and Aldermen of said town, any person or persons voting contrary to the provisions of this act, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and on indictment and conviction thereof, in the Superior Court of Houston county, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars, and by imprisonment and labor in the Penitentiary of this State not more than two years, nor less than one year. Illegal voting. Penalty. 17. SEC. XVII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen of said town shall have power and authority to impose and levy such taxes upon all the real and personal estate within the corporate limits of said town, as they shall deem necessary for the support of the government of said town, and also to enforce the collection of the same, and also the collection of all fines which may be imposed by said Mayor and Aldermen, under the provisions of, or the powers granted by, this act. Powers for support town government. 18. SEC. XVIII. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of all tax payers and owners of taxable property within said town, and they, and each of them, either by themselves or an agent are hereby required to make annual returns under oath, to the Clerk of Council in said town, or to such other officers as the

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Mayor and Aldermen of said town may appoint for that purpose, at such time as said Mayor and Aldermen may limit, of all their taxable property, polls and professions, in said town, held in their own right, or in the right of any other person, and in case any person or persons shall fail or refuse to make such return, or shall make any return deemed incorrect by the Mayor and Aldermen, the said Mayor and Aldermen may assess the property of such person, and fix such value thereon, as they shall deem correct and just, and all taxes and fines levied and imposed by said Mayor and Aldermen, (in case of refusal to pay the same,) shall be collected in the following manner: an execution for the sum due, and all costs, shall be issued by the Clerk of Council, directed to the Marshal, against the estate, both real and personal, of each defaulter, and shall be levied by the Marshal or Deputy Marshal upon the said estate, and after having been advertised thirty days in some public Gazette of this State, the said Marshal or Deputy Marshal shall sell at public outcry the property so levied on, at the time and place for Sheriff's sales in Houston county, and the deed of the Marshal, or of his successor in office, made in accordance with such sale, shall be as effectual to pass the title to such property to the purchaser thereof, as the deed of the defaulter, and all executions issued under the provisions of this act, shall bind all the property of defendant from date, and shall have rank and precedence as executions from the Courts of this State now have, by law, and the costs thereof shall be the same as in Tax Collectors executions by the laws of this State. Annual returns. Defaulters assessed by Mayor and aid council Tax executions, how executed. Executions bind property from date. Costs. 19. SEC. XIX. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Aldermen, shall have power and authority to levy and collect a poll tax upon all free white persons residents within the limits of said town, between the ages of twenty-one and sixty years, and also to levy and collect a tax upon all free persons of color residing in said town, and also upon all slaves hired in said town, and also a tax per head upon every slave in said town, and also upon all stallions or jacks, kept, owned, or exhibited in said town. Poll tax. Free persons of color taxed 20. SEC. XX. And be further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen of said town shall have full power and authority to remove, or caused to be removed, all buildings, porches, steps, fences, or other obstructions or nuisances in the public streets, lanes, alleys, side-walks, or public square, in said town, and also to establish a market or markets in said town, and also to license, regulate, and control all taverns and public houses in said town, and also to regulate all butcher pens, slaughter houses, tanyards, blacksmith shops, forges, stoves and chimneys within said town, and to remove or caused to be removed the same or any of them, in case they become dangerous, or injurious to the health of any citizen of said town, or become nuisances, and also, if necessary, to fill up all pits, cellars and excavations in said town, or cause the owner to do so, also to license and regulate drays, omnibusses, buggies, carriages, wagons and carts, owned or kept and used, in said town,

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and also full power to regulate and control all pumps, wells, livery stables, fire companies, and engines, within said town. Power over buildings fences, streets side walks c. Markets. Taverns, Slaughter houses, tanyards. c. License drays c. Mayor and council have fullpower o'er pumps, wells, livery stables c. 21. XXI. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen of said town shall have full power, upon proof of the existence or maintainance of any house of ill fame, bawdy house, or within said town, to cause the occupants of said house to be forcibly removed without the limits of said town, upon giving to them ten days notice, or to punish him, her, or them by fine, not exceeding ten dollars for each day he, she, or they, may remain after said notice, or by imprisonment in the common jail in Houston county, or guard house of said town, not exceeding ten days, or both, at the discretion of said Mayor and Aldermen. Houses of ill fame. 22. SEC. XXII. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Aldermen shall have power to license and appoint as many vendue masters or auctioneers in said town as they may deem proper, and to receive from each one such sum or tax as they may deem right for such license, and also a tax upon all goods sold at auction or on commission in said town, and also on every slave sold or exhibited for sale in said town, by any trader or speculator, to be paid by the seller; Provided, always, that no tax or restriction whatever, shall ever be levied or imposed by the said Mayor and Aldermen, upon any sale required by the law to be made or had in said town. License suctioneers. Tax on goods sold at auction slaves sold or exhibited by traders. Proviso. 23. SEC. XXIII. And be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Aldermen of said town shall have power to take up and to impound any horses, mules, dogs, hogs, cows, or other cattle running at large in said town, and to pass and enforce all ordinances which they may deem necessary and proper for the regulation and control of all such animals in said town. Power to confine loose animals. 24. SEC. XXIV. And be it further enacted, That the Marshal or Deputy Marshal, shall have full power and authority to examine all places in said town, where he may suspect a violation of the laws of this State to be carried on, and he shall report all offenders in said town against the laws of this State to the Mayor or any Alderman in said town, whose duty it shall be, upon such report being made, to issue a warrant or warrants, for the apprehension of every such offender, and to commit the same to jail, or admit to bail according to law, to await his, her or their trial, before the Superior Court of Houston county, and also that the said Marshal be fully authorized to arrest any and all disorderly persons who shall violate any of the by-laws and ordinances of said town, and to take the same before the Mayor or any two Aldermen of said town for trial, according to the provisions of the twelfth section of this act, and also that upon all trials, or examinations, authorized or required by any of the provisions of this act, the said Mayor or two Aldermen, who may be conducting any such trial or examination, shall have full power to compel the attendance of any witness or witnesses, by a fine not to exceed ten dollars, and also that said Mayor and Aldermen shall have power to establish and regulate a police or patrol over all slaves and free

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persons of color in said town; and that the said Marshal or Deputy Marshal shall have full power and authority to call to his aid any and all of the white male citizens of said town capable of bearing arms, for the arrest and apprehension of any offender against the laws of this State, or the ordinances of said town, in said town, and, in case any such citizen shall refuse to render such aid, he shall be liable to such fine, not exceeding ten dollars, as said Mayor and Aldermen may impose. Marshal may examine all suspected places, and report offenders Warrant issued on Marshal's report. Marshal may arrest disorderly persons. Attendance of witnesses enforced by fine Police. Marshal and Deputy may summon aid. Fine for not aiding Marshal. 25. SEC. XXV. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor and Aldermen, or that the Mayor or any two Aldermen, upon the trial or examination of any offenders against the laws of this State or ordinances of said town, shall have power to issue all processes, writs, and subp[oelig]nas, necessary to carry out any of the provisions of this act, or to execute any of the powers therein granted, and which processes, writs, and subp[oelig]nas, shall be signed by the Clerk, and bear test in the name of the Mayor, or other officer acting pro tempore, instead of said Mayor, and be served and executed by the Marshal or Deputy Marshal. Power to issue processes to execute ordinances. 26. SEC. XXVI. And be it further enacted, That in case there should at any time be a failure to elect a Mayor and Aldermen for said town, as provided for in this act, any two freeholders in said town, upon giving ten days notice thereof, shall or may proceed to hold an election, in manner as pointed out by this act for the regular elections in said town, and the Mayor and Aldermen so elected, shall hold their office until the next regular election in said town, or until their successors are qualified, and in case there should, at any time, be a vacancy in the office of Mayor or Aldermen, that the Mayor, or any two Aldermen, or two freeholders in said town, may, upon ten days notice, proceed to fill such vacancy, in the same manner as pointed out for the election in said town by this act, and all officers then elected to fill vacancies, shall hold their office until the next regular election in said town, or until a successor is qualified. How to keep the town officered. 27. SEC. XXVII. And be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Aldermen shall have full power to pass all ordinances which they may deem necessary for the protection of said town against fire, and to declare any portion or portions of said town, fire districts. Fire, 28. SEC. XXVIII. And be it further enacted, That the cost for issuing, serving, and executing all warrants, processes, writs and subp[oelig]nas, authorised by this act, for the violation of any of the ordinances or by-laws of said town, shall be the same as upon similar warrants, processes, writs, and subp[oelig]nas, by the laws of this State, and shall be paid by the offender or offenders, in case he or they be found guilty of the alleged violation of any of said ordinances. Costs. 29. SEC. XXIX. And be it further enacted, That any of the officers of the said incorporation who may be sued for any act done in his or their official character, may justify under this act. Officers may justify. 30. SEC. XXX. And be it further enacted, That the said Mayor

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and Aldermen shall have power to impose and levy the same tax upon all professions, practiced in said town, when the person practicing the same resides out of said town, but has, or keeps, an office in said town for the purpose of practicing such profession. Professional out of town, and having offices in town may be taxed in their profession. 31. SEC. XXXI. And be it further enacted, That an act to incorporate the town of Perry, in Houston county, to define the duties and authorities of the commissioners of the same, passed on the 28th day of December, 1828, be, and the same is hereby repealed. Previous act repealed. 32. SEC. XXXII. Be it further enacted, That an act entitled an act to amend the charter of the city of Albany, so as to give the election of Marshal to the qualified voters of said city, approved December the 22nd, 1857, be, and the same is hereby repealed. Election of Marshal of Albany by the people repealed. SEC. XXXIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 12th, 1859. POWDER SPRINGS. SEC. 1. Powder Springs incorporatedPowersCommissioners may elect President, c. SEC. 2. Jurisdiction. SEC. 3. Powder Springs High School incorporatedPowers of TrusteesProviso. SEC. 4. Cumberland Presbyterian Church incorporatedCorporatorsPowers. SEC. 5. Vacancies. SEC. 6. Bottsford incorporatedLimitsCommissioners. SEC. 7. Election first Saturday in Jan. 1861VotersElection, c. SEC. 8. MarshalLiquor. (No. 202.) An Act to incorporate the town of Powder Springs, the Powder (Springs) High School, in the county of Cobb, the Trenton Cumberland Presbyterian Church, in the county of Dade, and to incorporate the village of Bottsford, in the county of Sumter; and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, Dr. A. Reynolds, Henry J. Hopkins, M. P. Kiser, S. T. Florence, Joseph K. Moon and John Barnartt, be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners for the town of Powder Springs, in the county of Cobb, and they and their successors in office, or a majority of them, shall have full power and authority to pass all such by-laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, which they or a majority of them may deem necessary, proper and expedient for the good order and well governing of said town; to elect one of their number President of said Board of Commissioners; to fill all vacancies which may occur in said Board of Commissioners; to elect a Marshal of said town, and such other officers as may be necessary to carry such by-laws and ordinances into effect; to impose fines, and to imprison for a violation of the by-laws, ordinances, rules and regulations of said town; Provided, such by-laws, rules, regulations and ordinances be not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, or of the United States. Powder Springs incorporated Powers. Com'rs may elect Presid't. Vacancies. Marshal, other officers. Proviso. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners, or a majority of them, shall have corporate jurisdiction to, and over, the extent of one-half mile, in every direction, from the present

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residence and dwelling-house of Dr. A. Reynolds, in said town. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That Luke T. McGill, A. Reynolds, E. H. Lindsey, M. P. Kiser, R. W. Kay, Thomas Butner, and J. S. Perkerson, be and they are hereby made and constituted a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of the Trustees of Powder Springs High School, and the said Trustees, or a majority of them, shall have power to fill any vacancy that may occur in their body, and to elect a President, Secretary and Treasurer, of said Board of Trustees, to make and ordain all by-laws, rules and regulations, as they may deem necessary and proper for the government and prosperity of said school, to repair and add to their present school building, or build a new one, and dispose of the present one; to hold property, to sue and be sued, and do all other acts and things necessary for the maintainance of a good school, and to carry out their by-laws; Provided, such laws be not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State and of the United States. Powder Springs high school incorporated. Powers of Trustees. Proviso. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, in the town of Trenton, Dade county, is hereby incorporated under the name and style of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and that the Rev. Mr. Templeton, James K. Fryar, W. W. Akins, Emanuel Mann, and H. L. W. Allison, and their successors in office, be, and they are hereby constituted a body corporate, by the name and style aforesaid, and as such, shall be capable in law to sue and be sued, to recover and receive by gift, bequest, donation, or otherwise, any property of any kind, for the use and benefit of said church, and shall have power to pass all rules and regulations necessary for the purpose of carrying into effect said powers; and shall have power to appoint any and all officers they may think proper for the purposes aforesaid; Provided, they be not inconsistent with the Constitution of this State. Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Dade incorporated. Coporators. Powers. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That whenever any vacancy shall occur in said Board of Trustees, said vacancy shall be filled by the remainder of the Trustees. 6. SEC. VI. Be et further enacted, That the village of Bottsford, in the county of Sumter, shall be and the same is hereby made a body corporate, and the limits of said incorporation shall extend one-half mile east, west, north and south, from the Masonic Hall in said village, making an area of one mile square. Bottsford incorporated. Limits. And be it further enacted, That John Beverage, James Lasseter, and Elias Clark. be, and they are hereby made and appointed Commissioners of said village, who shall hold their offices until the first day of January, 1861, and until their successors are elected and qualified. Com'rs. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That on the first Saturday in January, 1861, it shall be the duty of the citizens of said village, qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly, to elect three Commissioners, and so on for each succeeding year, who

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shall hold their offices as aforesaid; said elections may be held by any two freeholders of said village who shall certify who is elected, and the persons who shall have such certificate, shall take an oath before some Justice of the Peace, well and truly to perform their office. Election 1st Sat. Jan 1861. Election. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal, and the exclusive power to grant license for the retail of spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said village, at such rates and upon such terms as they may deem proper, and to pass any other ordinances that they may think proper for the security of the peace, promotion of health, prosperity and comfort of the inhabitants of said village; the same not being repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State or the United States. Marshal. Liquor. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. PRESTON. SEC. 1. Commissioners of Preston allowed exclusive right over Liquor. (No. 203.) An Act to add an additional section to An Act to appoint the persons therein named Commissioners of the town of Preston, c., assented to December 22 d, 1857. * * Preston incorporated 1857, pam. 187-8-9-90. 1. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the first day of January next, the Commissioners of the town of Preston, the county site of Webster, be and they are hereby authorized to exercise exclusive right in granting retailers license, within the corporate limits of said town, under such rules and regulations, as they, in their judgment, may deem right and proper. Com'rs of Preston allowed exclusive rights over liquor. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 21st, 1859. QUITMAN. SEC. 1. Quitman incorporated---Limits. SEC. 2. Voters---Election---1st Tnesday in January ---- Annually thereafter, c. SEC. 3. Elections. SEC. 4. Officers Commissioners of Roads---Vacancies. SEC. 5. Oath. SEC. 6. Powers. SEC. 7. Fines. (No. 204.) An Act to incorporaie the town of Quitman, in Brooks county, and to confer upon the citizens of said town the privilege of electing Town Commissioners, with certain powers therein enumerated, and for other purposes therein specified. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That, from and after the passage of this act, that the town of Quitman, in Brooks county, be, and the

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same is hereby incorporated, and that the limits of said incorporation extend one-half mile from the Court-House in said town, in every direction. Quitman incorporated. Limits. 2. SEC. II. Be it it further enacted, That the citizens of said town, qualified to vote for members of the General Assembly in this State, shall, on the first Monday in January, 1860, and on the first Monday in January, in each and every year thereafter, or upon any other day, elect, by ballot, five suitable persons to act as Commissioners; who, as well as their successors in office, shall have power to tax all shows and performances for the purposes of gain, all itinerant traders, and they shall have the sole power of granting licenses for the retail of spirituous liquors, within the corporate limits of said town; and said Board of Commissioners be authorized to charge for granting said licenses to each applicant, not less than five, nor more than ten dollars; to make such by-laws for the government and good order of said town, as may be necessary; Provided, such are not repugnant to the Constitution of this State, or of the United States. Voters. Election 1st Mon. in Jan. annually. Com'rs. Powers. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That three citizens of said town, qualified to vote as aforesaid, shall hold said elections, and whose duty it shall be to count out the votes of said election, and give to the person receiving the highest number of votes, at said election, a certificate of his or their election; and if said election should not from any cause be held on the day aforesaid, it may be held on any other day thereafter, by giving ten days notice of the time and place of holding said election. Election. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal, Clerk, and such other officers, as they may deem necessary to carry out the provisions of this act; and said Commissioners are hereby appointed Commissioners of the roads and streets of said town, to the distance aforesaid, said Board of Commissioners shall have power to fill all vacancies, that may occur in their body, between the period of their elections, as pointed out by this act, by ordering an election to be held to fill such vacancies, by giving ten days notice as aforesaid. Officers. Com'rs of roads. Vacancies, 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall, before entering upon their duty, take an oath before some one authorized to administer oaths, that they will truly perform the duties of their office. Oath. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners or a majority of them, shall have power and authority to enforce obedience to the by-laws, rules and regulations of said corporation, and to punish for a violation of the laws, by fine and imprisonment or either, as in their discretion may seem best for the peace and good order of said town; said fine or fines, in no case, to exceed twenty dollars; and such imprisonment, in no instance, to exceed ten days. Powers. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That if any person or persons shall fail, refuse, or neglect to pay any fine imposed according to this act, a majority of said Commissioners shall issue execution for the

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same, which execution shall be directed to the Marshal of said town, commanding him to levy on the goods and chattels, lands and tenements, of the defendant, or so much thereof, as shall be sufficient to satisfy the demands and costs; this last shall be the same as in Justices Courts; the said Marshal shall proceed to advertise and sell in such manner as the laws or odinanances of said town shall or may direct. Fines. SEC. VIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. ROME. [For Act to amend the several Acts incorporating the city of Rome c., see Act No. 199, to incorporate the town of Moultrie.] SANDERSVILLE. [For Act to erect the monument of Gov. Jared Irwin in the town of Sandersville see No. 333.] SCARBORO'. [For Act to incorporate see act No. 208, to incorporate the towns of Sylvania and Scarboro' c. SPARTA. [For Act amending the Act of 1858, see Act No. 288, regulating the Liquor traffic in Hancock county. STATESVILLE. SEC. 1. Limits of Stateville. SEC. 2. Commissioners, Officers, powers, by-laws. SEC. 3. Successors, voters, election to be conducted by 2 resident freeholders, c. SEC. 4. Tax SEC. 5. No road or patrol duties outside of town. SEC. 6. Liquor, Billiards, c., Shows. SEC. 7. Executions. SEC. 8. Treasurer to receive money and pay out as ordered by Commissioners. SEC. 9. Commissioners, Fees, Marshal, Fees. SEC. 10. Oath. SEC. 11. Commissioners, Powers, Proviso. SEC. 12. Marshal may summon aids. (No. 205.) An Act to incorporate the town of Statesville, in Echols county, and to appoint Commissioners of the same, and to point out the mode of electing Commissioners and other officers of said town, and to confer certain powers on the Commissioners thereof, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 1. SECTION I Be it enacted, c., That the corporate limits of the town of Statesville, in the county of Echols, extend over and embrace the area of one-half mile from the Court House, in every direction. Limits of Statesville.

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2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, c., That Jessee P. Prescott, John T. Allen, R. W. McAlhaney, Benjamin Stalsvey and James S. Carter, be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of said town, who shall, at their first meeting, elect from their body a President, Treasurer and Clerk, and appoint a Marshal, and all other officers they may think proper, to carry this act into full execution, and the said President and Commissioners and their successors in office, are hereby declared to be a corporate body and body politic, under the name and style of the Commissioners of the town of Statesville, and, by that name be empowered to sue and be sued, implead and be impleaded in any of the Courts of this State, and the said Commissioners, or a majority of them, and their successors in office, shall have full power and authority, to make all by-laws, rules and regulations, necessary and proper for the government of said town, which are not repugnant to the Constitution and laws of this State, or of the United States. [Illegible Text] Officers. Powers. By-laws. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners, appointed as aforesaid, shall hold their offices until the first day of March, 1860, and until their successors are elected and qualified said election shall be held on the first Monday in January, 1860, and annually thereafter, and all persons within said corporate limits, who are, by law, entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly, shall be entitled to vote for said Commissioners, said election shall be conducted by two free holders, who reside within said corporate limits, and, if from any cause said election should not be held at the time herein specified, then it shall be lawful to hold it on any other day the Commissioners or a majority of them shall direct; and, in case of a vacancy by death, resignation, or otherwise, said Commissioners shall have power to order an election to fill said vacancy; said election shall be conducted as herein before specified, ten days notice being first given. Successors. Voters. Election to be conducted by two resident freeholders. Com'rs may order election to fill vacancies. 10 days notice 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted. That said Commissioners shall have power to levy a capitation tax, of not more than two dollars, on every person within the limits of said corporation, who are subject to road duty, which tax shall be in lieu of such duty, and have power to levy such tax on real property (not exceeding one-third of the State tax) as they may think necessary to advance the interest and promote the welfare of the citizens within said corporation. Tax. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That all persons within the corporate limits of said town, shall be exempt from all road and patrol duty without said limits. No road duty outside town. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power, to levy a tax annually, of not more than twenty dollars upon each Grocery and Liquor retailing shop, Ball Alley, Billiard Table, or any other table of like character, which may be set up in said incorporation; they shall have also, power to levy a tax not exceeding twenty-five dollars on all shows, that may be exhibited within said incorporation. Liquor billiarda. Shows. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power by their Clerk, to issue executions, or enforce

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the payment of all taxes, fines, debts due to said corporation, in their corporate capacity, bearing test in the name of their President, and be directed to the Marshal, and whose duty it shall be to levy said execution on any of the property belonging to the defendants, that may be found in Echols county. [Illegible Text] c. 8. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That all moneys that may be collected by said corporation, by virtue of this act, (except their fees hereinafter mentioned,) shall be paid into the hands of the Treasurer, to be applied by him as the commissioners may direct, for the benefit of the citizens of said incorporation. Treas'r to receive money and pay out as ordered by Com'rs. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall be allowed the same fees as Justices of the Peace are, for the like services; and the Marshal shall be allowed the same fees which the Sheriff is now allowed, by law, for the like service. Com'rs fees. Marshal's fees. 10. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners, and all offiers by them appointed, shall, before entering upon the duties of their office, take and subscribe the following oath: I A B. do solemnly swear (or affirm as the case may be) that I will to the utmost of my ability, discharge the duties of a Marshal (or other officer) for the town of Statesville during my continuance in office, and that I will defend and support the Constitution of the State, and of the United States, so help me God. Oath. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power to fine or imprison, (or both at their discretion,) all persons who shall be guilty of a violation of any of the by-laws, rules and ordinances of said corporation; Provided, that said fine shall at no time exceed the sum of twenty dollars, and that the term of imprisonment shall not exceed five days. Com'rs powers. Proviso. 12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, That the Marshal appointed as aforesaid, shall have power to call to his aid in the execution of the duties of his office, all free white persons capable of bearing arms in said county. Marshal may [Illegible Text] aids. SEC. XIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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ST. MARY'S. SEC. 1. Mayor of the city of St. Mary's may hold special Courts to try disputes concerning any contract, agreement, c., or any charge of assault and battery, c. SEC. 2. In case of absence of Mayor, 2 Aldermen to have power to perform the duties of Mayor prescribed in this act, proviso. (No. 206.) An Act to authorize the Mayor of the city of St. Mary's to hold special Courts, for the summary trial of any dispute or difference between any ship master, owner, consignce or supercargo of any vessel, articled seamen or other person in the corporate limits of said city. * * For Acts in regard to the city of St. Mary's prior to 1851, see Cobb's Dig. 1150. Act amending the charter of St. Mary's 1858, pam. 141, 2. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this Act, it shall and may be lawful, for the Mayor of the city of St. Mary's to hold special Courts for the purpose of trying, in a summary manner, any dispute or difference between any ship master, owner, supercargo or consignee of any vessel, and articled seamen or other person in the corporate limits of said city of St. Marys, touching any contract, agreement, sale, promise, debt, or demand whatsoever, between the same or any charge of assault, battery, trespass to the person, or false imprisonment, or other offence not punishable with death or confinement in the Penitentiary; Provided, the complainant shall set forth the ground or grounds of his complaint, in a petition in writing to the Mayor aforesaid, and verify the same under oath, whereupon the said Mayor shall issue a warrant against the person or persons complained of, requiring him or them to appear before the said Mayor, at any time within forty-eight hours, to answer said complaint, which warrant shall be served by the Sheriff or Marshal of said city, and said Mayor on return of said warrant shall, in a summary manner hear and decide said complaint, and he shall have authority, in a summary manner, to compel the attendance of witnesses and jurymen in any trial arising under this act. Mayor of the city of St Mary's may hold special courts to try disputes c. Concerning any contract agreement c. Or any charge of assault and battery c. Or any offense not punishable with death or imprisonment in the Pent'y. Proviso. May compel parties, witnesses, jurors, c., to attend. Complaint to be heard and decided in a summary manner c. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That in case the Mayor should be absent, sick or interested in any case arising under this act then and in that case any one or more of the Aldermen of said city of St. Marys shall be fully empowered and authorized, to perform all the duties required of the Mayor in this act; Provided, that nothing herein contained shall prevent either party from demanding trial by Jury, which shall consist of twelve Jurors and Provided further, that either party dissatisfied with the decision of any suit in said Court, may certiorari, the same to the Superior Court, in the same manner and under the same regulations that cases are carried up from the Inferior Court. In case of abscense or sickness of Mayor any 2 Aldm'n to have power to perform the duties of the Mayor prescribed in this Act. Proviso. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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SUMMERVILLE. SEC. 1. Summerville incorporated. SEC. 2. Town Commissioners. SEC. 3. Powers of Commissioners. (No. 207.) An act to incorporate the town of Summerville in the county of Emanuel, and appoint Commissioners for the same, with power to regulate the same for the benefit of the school within said corporate limits. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the town of Summerville in the county of Emanuel, be, and the same is hereby incorporated, and the limits of said town shall extend one mile and a half from the male Academy in every direction, that is now being built in said town. Summerville incorporated Limits. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That James Grubbs, Francis A. Jones, Elton Hodges, James A. McGruder, Henry Lewis and Leaton Wimberly, are hereby appointed Commissioners of said town, who shall hold their office until their successors are elected, by the mode and manner they shall hereafter prescribe in their By-laws and regulations. Town com'rs. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners as a body corporate, shall sue and be sued, and have power to purchase and convey both real and personal estate for the benefit of their school and town; and also, to have the exclusive power to grant license for the retail of malt or spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said town, at such rates and upon such terms as they may deem proper; and to pass all such ordinances or regulations as they may think proper; and elect officers to execute the same for the general welfare of said town and school; the same not being repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State or of the United States. Powers of Com'rs. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 17th, 1859. SYLVANIA. SEC. 1. Sylvania incorporatedLimits. SEC. 2. Commissioners. SEC. 3. VotersElection 1st Saturday in March, 1860Oath. SEC. 4. PowersMarshalLicense. SEC. 5. PenaltyProviso. SEC. 6. Privileges, powers, c. of Sylva. nia extended to Scarboro'CommissionersLimits. SEC. 7. Salary of the Mayor of AtlantaProviso. (No. 208.) An act to incorporate the towns of Sylvania * * Sylvania incorporated 1854, pamph. 270-1. and Scarboro' in the county of Scirven, and to amend the charter of the city of Atlanta. Town of Marshallville incorporated 1843, pamph. 83. Name changed to city of Atlanta 1847, pamph. 50, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Charter amended 1852, pamph. 286-7. Limits extended, 1854, pamph. 212, 13. Charter amended 1856. 395-6. City Court established, 1856, pamph. 245. Act of 1856 amending the 18th Section of Charter repealed, 1857, pamph. 166. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do [Illegible Text] That from and after the passage of this act the town of Sylvania in

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Sriven county shall be, and is hereby declared to be a body corporate, and the limits of said town shall extend one mile in all direction from the Court House in said town. Sylvania incorporated. Limits. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That Dominick J. Dillon, George W. Scott, Daniel E. Roberts, Joseph Henry Morehouse, Winsly Hobby, William Fox, James Dasher and Robert D. Sharpe, or any five of them, be, and they are hereby constituted Commissioners for said town, to hold their offices, until the first Saturday in March eighteen hundred and sixty, and until their successors are elected and qualified. Com'rs. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the citizens of said town, entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly, shall meet on the first Saturday in March, eighteen hundred and sixty, and annually, afterwards, on the same day, for the purpose of electing five Commissioners for said town, which election may be held by any two freeholders of said town, who shall furnish the persons elected with certificates of election, and the persons thus elected shall take an oath before some Justice of the Peace, well and truly and faithfully to perform the duties of their office. Voters. Election 1st Sat in March 1860. Oath. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to appoint a Marshal for said town; to have a common seal; and sue and be sued by their corporate name; and have the exclusive power to grant license for the retail of spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said town; and to pass all by-laws and ordinances that they may think necessary for the security of the peace and the promotion of the health, prosperity, morality and comfort, of the inhabitants of said town; the same not being repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, or the United States. Powers, Marshal. License. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That any person or persons who may violate the by-laws or ordinances of said incorporation shall be liable to indictment in the Superior Court of said county; and on conviction, shall be fined or imprisoned, or both, at the discretion of the Court: Provided, the imprisonment shall not exceed six months, and the fine more than one hundred dollars. Penalty. Proviso. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That all the provisions, powers, privileges, rights and immunities, conferred by this act, on the Commissioners for the town of Sylvania, be, and the same are hereby extended to, and conferred on, the town of Scarboro' in said county, which is hereby made a body corporate; and that George Hard, William A. Singleton, Enos H. Scarborough, James G. Lawrence and David R. Wadley, are hereby constituted and appointed Commissioners for the same, to hold their said offices until their successors are elected and qualified, according to the third section of this act; and that the corporate limits of said town shall extend one mile in all directions, in Scriven county, from the point on the Ogeechee river opposite the Central Railroad Depot in said town. Privileges, Powers c., of Sylvania, extended to Scarboro. Com'rs. Limits. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Council of the city of Atlanta shall be, and are hereby authorized to fix the

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salary of the Mayor of Atlanta: Provided, the same shall not exceed the sum of one thousand dollars per annum. Proviso. Salary of the Mayor of Atanta. Proviso. SEC. VIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 19th, 1859. THOMASVILLE. (For act amending the charter of Thomasville, see act No. 172, To incorporate the the town of Carnesville, c.) THOMSON. Sec. 1. Limits of Thomson. Sec. 2. Commissioners; Officers; Powers. Sec. 3. Commissioners go out of office; Successors, c. Sec. 4. Tax. Sec. 5. Fines; Commissioners conservators of the Peace. Sec. 6. Shows; Retail license; Itinerant traders. Sec. 7. Road duties. Sec. 8. Executions tested by Pres't, c. Sec. 9. Commissioners may dismiss from office for neglect, c. Sec. 10. Treasurer shall pay out money by direction of Commissioners. Sec. 11. Fees of Commissioners and Marshal. Sec. 12. Bond of Treasurer; Oath Sec. 13. Fine and imprisonment; Proviso. Sec. 14. Powers of Marshal. Sec. 15. Commissioners may tax Ten Pin Alleys, c. (No. 209.) An Act to incorporate the town of Thomson, in the county of Columbia, and to appoint Commissioners of the same, and to point out the mode of electing Commissioners, and other officers of said town, and to confer certain powers on the Commissioners thereof, and for other purposes therein mentioned. * * Village of Thomson incorporated 1854, pam. 223. 1. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, as follows: That the corporate limits of the town of Thomson, in the county of Columbia, extend over, and embrace an area of onehalf mile from Greenway Hotel; in every direction, except on the west and south-west, which shall extend to the Warren county line. Limits of Thomson. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That James L. Zachry, George A. Zachry, William M. Pitts, John C. Smith, and A. L. Massengale, be, and they are hereby appointed Commissioners of said town; who shall, at their first meeting, elect from their body, a President, Treasurer and Clerk, and appoint a Marshal, and all other officers they may think proper to carry this act into full execution; and the said President and Commissioners and their successors in office, are hereby declared to be a body corporate and politic, under the name and title of the Commissioners of the town of Thomson, and by that name be empowered to sue and be sued, implead and be impleaded, in any of the Courts of this State; and the said Commissioners, or a majority of them and their successors in office, shall have full power and authority to make all by-laws, rules and regulations, necessary and proper for the government of said town, which are not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this Stae, and of the United States. Com'rs. Officers. Powers.

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3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners, appointed as aforesaid, shall hold their offices till the second Saturday in January, 1861, and until their successors are elected and qualified; said election shall be held on the first Saturday in January, 1861, and annually thereafter; and all persons within said corporate limits, who are, by law, entitled to vote for members of the General Assembly, and have resided thirty days within said corporate limits, and who have paid all lawful county and State taxes imposed, as well as town taxes imposed by said Commissioners and their successors in office, which they have had an opportunity of paying; said election shall be conducted by two freeholders, who reside within said corporate limits, and if, from any cause, said election should not be held at the time specified, then it shall be lawful to hold it on any other day the Commissioners or a majority of them shall direct; and in case of a vacancy, by death, resignatlon or otherwise, said Commissioners shall have power to order an election to fill said vacancy; said election shall be conducted as herein before specified; ten days notice being first given. Com'rs go ont of office. Successors. Voters. Elections. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have full power to levy a corporate tax, of not more than two dollars, on every person within the limits of said corporation, who is subject to road duty; which tax shall be in lieu of said duty; and (shall) havepower to levy such tax on real property, not exceeding one-third of the State tax, as they may think necessary to advance the interest, and promote the welfare of the citizens within said corporation. Tax. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to impose and collect all fines, for violation or infraction of the by-laws, rules and regulations, which they may adopt for the peace, good order and dignity of said town, as well as the raising of revenue; Provided, said Commissioners shall not impose any fine or fines on persons for offences which subject the offender to indictment under the criminal laws of the State; but each Commissioner, during his term of office, is clothed with the authority of any acting Justice of the Peace, so far as to authorize him or any one of them, within the corporate limits of said town, to bind over all persons charged with violating the laws of the State, to answer for such imputed offence, to the Court having cognizance thereof, and to act as conservators of the peace. Fines. Proviso. Com'rs conservators of the peace. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said President and Commissioners shall have power to tax all shows, in said town of Thomson, performing there for purpose of gain; to issue license to retail spirituous liquor, in said town or corporate limits, and to charge for the same, a sum not less than ten nor over forty dollars; and the said retailers of spirituous liguors, in said town, shall also comply with the law now, as to bond and oath; the President and Commissioners shall have power to tax itinerant traders, in said town, and they shall have power to enforce the collection, at any time of said tax. Shows. Retail liccense. Itinerant traders.

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7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That all persons, within the corporate limits of said town, shall be exempt from all Road and Patrol duty, without said limits. Road duties. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall have power by their Clerk, to issue executions, or enforce the payment of all taxes, debts due to said corporation in their corporate capacity, bearing test in the name of their President, and be directed to the Marshal, whose duty it shall be to levy said execution on any property belonging to the defendants, that may be found in Columbia county. Tested by President, executions c. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power and authority to dismiss from office said Marshal, for failure or neglect to perform the duties of his office, and immediately give notice for the election of a successor, and appoint a a Marshal to act in and during the time of all vacancies. Com'rs may dismiss from office for neglect c. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That all money that may be collected by said corporation, by virtue of this act, shall be paid into the hands of the Treasurer, to be applied by him as the Commissioners may direct, for the benefit of the citzens of said corporation. Treas'r shall pay out mon'y by direction of Com'rs. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall be allowed the same fees, as Justices of the Peace are, for like services, and the Marshal shall be allowed the same fees which the Sheriff is now allowed, by law, for like services. Fees of com'rs and Marshal. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the Treasurer shall be required to give bond in a sum not exceeding five hundred dollars, and that said Commissioners, and all other officers by them appointed, shall, before entering upon the duties of their office, take and subscribe the following oath: I, A. B., do solemnly swear that I will, to the utmost of my ability, discharge the duties of a , for the town of Thomson, during my continuance in office; and that I will support and defend the Constitution of the State and of the United States; So help me God. Bond of T'r. Oath. 13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have power to fine or imprison, or both, at their discretion, all persons who shall be guilty of a violation of any of the bylaws, rules and ordinances of said corporation; Provided, that said fine shall not, at any time, exceed the sum of ten dollars, and that the term of imprisonment shall not exceed five days. Fine and imprisonment. Proviso. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the Marshal, appointed as aforesaid, shall have power to call to his aid, in the execution of the duties of his office, all free white persons capable of bearing arms, within said corporation. Powers of Marshall. 15. SEC. XV. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners have the power to impose a tax on Ten Pin Alleys, Billiard Tables, or any other sporting tables and Lottery Agents, in a sum of not less than ten, nor more than fifty dollars. Com'rs may tax ten pin alleys c. Assented, to, Dec. 16th, 1859.

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TRENTON. Sec. 1. Repeals act about Hamilton and Trenton. Sec. 2. Road Commissioners must have streets of Trenton worked. (No. 210.) An Act to repeal so much of an act entitled an act to extend the corporate limits of the town of Hamilton, in the county of Harris, and other places therein named; and to incorporate the town of Trenton, in Dade county, approved February 18 th, 1854, as relates to the incorporation of the town of Trenton, and to provide for the working and keeping in repair the streets in the town of Trenton. * * Trenton incorporated 1854, pam. 251. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, so much of an act entitled an act to extend the corporate limits of the town of Hamilton, in the county of Harris, and other places therein named; and to incorporate the town of Trenton, in Dade county, approved, February 18th, 1854, as relates to the incorporation of the town of Trenton, be and the same is hereby repealed. repeal act about Hamilton and Trenton. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That it is hereby made the duty of the Road Commissioners of the 960th District, Georgia Militia, and their successors to have the streets of the town of Trenton, worked and kept in repair, under the same rules and reglations as the public roads of said county are worked. R Com'rs. must have sts. of Trenton worked. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, November 22, 1859. WARESBORO'. (For Act repealing 4th section of an act to incorporate the town of Waresboro', c., see act No. 196, to authorize the Chairman and Commissioners of the town of Louisville, to tax free persons of color, c.)

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WARRENTON. SEC. 1. Commissioners; Qualifications; Superintend'ts of election, c. SEC. 2. Oath; Day of election, c. SEC. 3. Corporate limits; Jurisdiction of Commissioners. c. SEC. 4. Commissioners J. P. for town; Warrants executed by Marshal; Majority of Commissioners may decide on violation of this act, c. c. SEC. 5. Officers; Salaries; Bond; Oath. SEC. 6. Poll Tax; Taxes; Proviso; Property to be given in under oath; Tax Digest. c. SEC. 7. Collector shall by the 12th of April, pay to Treasurer all money received and take receipt, c. c. SEC. 8. Billiard tables, c., taxed; Shows, c. taxed; Proviso; Retail license, c. SEC. 9. Powers and privileges of Commissioners. SEC. 10. Persons resident in town exempt from road duties under State law. SEC. 11. Power of Mayor and Council of Atlanta over streets and alleys in Atlanta, c. SEC. 12. Grading and drainage. SEC. 13. Pavements and side-walks. SEC. 14. Retail license: Not to exceed $300. SEC. 15. Lottery tickets. SEC. 16. Bank Agencies. SEC. 17. Itinerant traders; Proviso. SEC. 18. State reservation. (No. 211.) An Act to incorporate the town of Warrenton, in Warren county, * * Warrenton incorpoated 1810, pam. 39, 40; charter amended 1811, pam. 106-7-8; also 1810, pam. 30; also 1835, pam. 65; also 1838, pamphlet 116. Preventing slaves, c., from keeping eating houses in 1857, pamphlet 199. and to provide for the election of Commissioners for the same, and to amend the charter of the city of Atlanta; and for other purposes therein mentioned. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That within sixty days after the passage of this act, all free white persons citizens, residing in the corporate boundaries of said town of Warrenton, who shall be entitled to vote for members of the Legislature of said State, are hereby authorized to meet at the Court-House and vote for five persons to serve as Commissioners, ten days notice of said election having been previously given by the Commissioners now in office under the old act of incorporation; and all persons entitled to vote at said election shall be eligible to the office of Commissioner; three freeholders residing in said town shall preside at said election as Superintendents, neither of whom shall be a candidate, and the five persons receiving the highest number of votes shall be declared by said Superintendents duly elected. Before the Superintendents take their seats they shall take the following oath: All and each of us do solemnly swear (or affirm) that we will faithfully superintend this day's election; that we are freeholders; that we will not knowingly permit any one to vote unless we believe he is entitled to do so by law, nor knowingly prohibit any one from voting who is entitled by law to vote; and that we will give certificates to him or them only, whom we shall believe and adjudge to have received the highest number of votes, after carefully and duly counting the same. The Superintendents shall give to each of the five persons receiving the highest number of votes for Commissioners, a certificate of election; which certificate shall be signed by each one of the Superintendents, and these certificates shall be evidence of their election and authority to act, and they shall be held and esteemed as the highest evidence of such election. Com'rs. Qualification. Sup'ts of election. Plurality lects. Oath. Certificates of election.

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2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That each one of said Commissioners, before entering upon the discharge of his duties shall go before a Justice of the Peace, or a Justice of the Inferior Court, or some other person authorized to administer an oath, and shall take the following oath: I, , do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will, during my continuance in office, to the best of my knowledge and ability without favor or partiality to any one, faithfully discharge the duties of Commissioner of the town of Warrenton, so help me God. Those person who shall be elected Commissioners at the first election which is held after the passage of this act, shall continue in office until the second Monday in January, eighteen hundred and sixty-one, on which day, and on the second Monday in January each year thereafter, an election shall be held for five Commissioners, at the place, and in the manner prescribed in the first section of this act, who shall hold their office for one year, or until their successors are elected and qualified; and they shall be re-eligible. In the event of their being no election at the time designated by this act, the Commissioners who have last served, or any three freeholders residing within the corporate limits of said town, are hereby empowered to order an election by giving five days written notice of said election, to be posted up at three or more public places in said town; which election shall be held and conducted in the same way as if it had taken place at the regular time; and the five persons receiving the highest number of votes at such an election, shall be vested with the same authority as if they had been elected on the second Monday in January, and shall hold their office till the next second Monday in January ensuing. If any Commissioner shall die or resign, or shall fail, refuse, or neglect to discharge his duties, the Commissioners, or a majority of them, shall have power to declare his place vacant, and they shall proceed to fill it, as the by-laws, or the ordinances of said town may prescribe. Oath. Day of election. Com'rs hold till successors are elected and re-eligible. If no election at the time specified last com'rs or 3 resident free holders may order an election. Vacancies. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the corporate limits of the town of Warrenton shall be nine hundred yards in every direction from the Court-House, and the jurisdiction of the Commissioners shall extend over the whole area embraced within that distance. They are hereby authorized to take charge of and keep in good repair all streets and public roads which are in the incorporation; and for this purpose they shall have power to levy an extra tax, not exceeding two dollars a year, on all persons residing in the corporate limits, subject by the laws of this State to work on roads; or as often as necessary to call out such persons to work on the roads and streets, as the by-laws and ordinances may direct; when deemed expedient, or necessary for the business or convenience of the town, they are authorized to open new streets or roads, or to enlarge contract, or shut up old ones; they shall have full power and authority to pass all by-laws and ordinances, which they or a majority of them at any time may consider expedient for the improvement and benefit of the internal police. They shall have full power and authority to pass such ordinances as they or a majority

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of them shall deem proper, respecting public houses, workshops, or work-houses, carriages, or wagons, carts, or any other vehicles; the supervision of disorderly houses, the regulation of negroes and free persons of color, and every other by-law or ordinance which may be necessary to carry this act into effect, or any part thereof; and also every other regulation or ordinance that may be considered necessary or proper for the promotion of the morals, or for the security, welfare, and interest of said town, or for preserving the peace, health, order and good government of the same; and such by-laws and ordinances so made shall be as operative and binding upon the citizens of said town, and all others coming within their jurisdiction, as if they were particularly mentioned in this act; Provided, none of the by-laws and ordinances made by said Commissioners shall be contrary to the laws or Constitution of this State, or the Constitution of the United States. Corporate limits. Jurisdiction of Com'rs. Streets and public roads. Extra tax. Com'rs may order persons to work on roads. Com'rs may open or close streets and roads. By-laws and ordinances. Powers. Proviso. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That any one of the said Commissioners shall be a Justice of the Peace to all intents and purposes, so far as to issue warrants for the apprehension of any person or persons who may violate any of the ordinances of said town, or the laws of this State, within the incorporation; which warrants shall be directed to and be executed by the Marshal of said town. The Commissioners, or a majority of them, shall have authority to sit in judgment upon and determine all violations of this act, or the by-laws and ordinances made in pursuance thereof; and they shall have full power and authority to impose such fines and penalties as they may consider reasonable and necessary for the preservation of the good order of said town; Provided, no fine imposed by them shall exceed one hundred dollars, and no confinement in the common jail of the county shall be of longer duration than twenty-four hours for the same offence, and at any one time. For violations of the laws of this State, the Commissioners shall have power to issue warrants as before authorized, and have the offender or offenders arrested and brought before them, and after a careful investigation, they a or a majority of them, shall have power to commit the offender or offenders to the jail of the county of Warren, or to admit them to bail for their appearance at the next term of the Superior Court for the county of Warren, to await his, her, or their trial. Whenever any person or persons are by the Commissioners duly committed to the common jail, the jailor of the county of Warren shall receive such person or persons, and keep him, her or them confined, until he, she, or they are discharged by due course of law. Com'rs J. P. for town. Warrants executed by marshal. Maj of com'rs may decide upon violations of this act. Proviso. Com'rs may send transgressor to jail or admit to bail. Duty of jailor. 5. SEC. V. And be it it further enacted, That the Commissioners within ten days after their election, shall meet at some convenient place, and proceed to elect by ballot a Marshal, a Collector and Receiver of Tax Returns, and appoint one of their own members as Treasurer; the two first of whom shall remain in office twelve months, (unless removed) or until their successors are elected and qualified, and the latter during his term for Commissioner. The salaries of these officers shall be regulated by the by-laws and ordinances,

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and shall not be increased or diminished during their continuance in office. Before the Marshal, Collector, and Receiver of Tax, and Treasurer, shall enter upon the duties of their several offices, each shall give bond and security to the Commissioners for such an amount as they may require, and each one shall take the following oath, which may be administered by any one of the Commissioners: I, , do solemnly swear that I will faithfully discharge the duties of for the town of Warrenton, during my continuance in office, without partiality or favor to any one, so help me God. Officers. Salaries. Bond. Oath. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That all white persons residing within the corporate limits of said town, on the first day of February, eighteen hundred and sixty, and on the same day in each year thereafter, who are subject by the laws of this State to pay a poll tax, shall pay a poll tax to said town of fifty cents every year that they are residents of said town, at the time mentioned; and all owners of slaves held or employed in said town, and all owners of other taxable property of whatever description (all lots or fields of five acres or more, which are owned or held for farming purposes, excepted,) in said town, shall pay a tax, such as the Commissioners may assess, which tax shall at no time exceed in amount one-third of the State tax on the same; and all free persons of color, residing or who may hereafter reside within the incorporation of said town, shall each pay such tax annually as may be required of them by the Commissioners; Provided, the tax of such persons shall at no time be larger in amount than the State tax. Between the first day of February and the first day of March, in each year, all persons who are by this act made subject to pay a town tax, shall make a true and just return, under oath, of all the taxable property owned and held by them, or over which they have control either as agents, administrators, trustees, or executors. or in any other way, in the said corporate jurisdiction on the first day of February of that year, with a fair and marketable valuation of the same, according to their judgment; and also, all their liability to tax, according to the laws of this State of whatever kind. The Tax Collector and Receiver shall make out a full and legible digest of all tax returns, and he shall proceed to collect the tax after the tenth day of March, all of which shall be paid to him by the first day of April. The Receiver and Collector of Tax shall attend one day to receive tax returns and one day to collect the tax, at some convenient place; which days and place shall be appointed by the Commissioners; and five days notice shall be given at each time of the day and place, by advertisement on the court-house door, and at two or more public places in the town. If any person who is required to pay tax, shall fail, neglect, or refuse to make the required return to the Receiver, or to pay his or her tax within the time specified in this act, the Tax Receiver and Collector shall issue an execution for the same; which execution shall be signed by the Collector and Receiver, and be in the name of the Commissioners; it shall be directed to the Marshal, commanding him to levy on the goods,

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chattels, tenements and lands of the defendant, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy the demand and cost; which execution shall bind all the property of the defendant from the date thereof, until the same is satisfied. The cost on all executions, which may be issued by said Receiver and Collector, shall be the same as on Tax Collectors' executions, by the laws of this State. After making a levy the Marshal, shall proceed to advertise and sell in such manner as the ordinance of the town may direct. If any execution shall be returned by the Marshal, no property found, then, and in that case, a capias ad satisfaciendum against the body of the defendant may issue, from which he or she shall not be be discharged, except by virtue of the laws of this State made for the relief of honest debtors. Should any such defendant fail to give security for his or her appearance before the Inferior or Superior Court of Warren county, to take the benefit of said act, then he or she shall be committed to the common jail of the county of Warren, there to remain until discharged by due course of law. Poll-tax. Taxes. Proviso. Property to be given in under oath. Tax digest. Taxes to be paid by 1st day of April. Days shall be appointed by Com'rs. for tax returns and to collect taxes, and notice given. Delinquents. Costs. After levying the marshal shall adv'tise before selling c. No relief but by honest debtors act. On failure to give security c. commit to jail. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the Tax Collector shall pay over all money received by him for taxes, to the Town Treasurer, on or before the twelfth day of April, and the Treasurer shall receipt for the same. At the time the Receiver and Collector makes his settlement with the Treasurer, he shall give into the possession of the Commissioners the book or books in which the returns for the tax and collection of tax for that year are recorded: which book or books shall be preserved, and at all times be accessible to the public for inspection. The Treasurer shall keep a book in which he shall make an entry of all sums of money received, and from whom, and on what account it was received; and he shall also make an entry of all sums of money paid, and for what purpose; and he shall take a receipt for all sums of money paid out; which book and receipt shall be subject to the inspection of the Commissioners and of any tax payer in said town, at any time they or either of them, or any tax payer as aforesaid may desire. All sums of money paid into the town treasury shall be a fund for the use of said town, subject to the order of the Commissioners. Collector shall by the 12 of April pay to treas'r all money received, and take receipt. Com'rs shall take charge of tax book and have them accessible to the public. Treas'r shall keep account of all money received and from whom. Treas'r shall account for all money paid out and the purpose and take receipt subject to inspection of com'rs and tax payers, Money in treas'y subj't. to order of Com'rs. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That in addition to the authority already given to collect a tax, the Commissioners shall have authority to assess a tax on all billiard tables, and all ten-pin alleys, or alleys of any kind which are kept and used for playing on with pins and balls, or either, or for the purpose of renting the same within the incorporation. They shall also have power to levy and collect a tax from all itinerant show-masters, who may exhibit in said town any shows, circus riding, tumbling, sleight of hand, legerdemain, tricks, or any exhibition whatever, for money, and upon all itinerant vendue masters; Provided, such tax shall not be more than fifty dollars upon every exhibition, and not more than ten dollars upon such vendue master. They are also authorized to license persons to retail, and sell by retail, any spirituous liquors within the said town, under such restrictions as the ordinances may prescribe; and no person or persens shall sell by retail any spirituous liquors within the same, without obtaining first

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such license, without subjecting himself or themselves to the pains and penalties imposed by the laws of this State upon persons retailing spirituous liquors without a license. The Commissioners of said town shall have direction to levy such tax on said retailers as they, or a majority of them, may deem proper for retailing spirituous liquors. The Commissioners are hereby empowered to authorize the Marshal to prevent, abate, or remove all nuisances, or what may be considered such by the Commissioners; to visit all places where he may suspect a violation of the ordinances, or the laws of this State, to be carried on; and the Marshal shall have full power and authority to call to his aid any and all persons, white male citizens of said town, capable of bearing arms, for the suppression of fights, affrays, riots, or any other disturbance of the quiet, good order and peace of said town; and also for the arrest and control of all rebellious or refractory persons, for whom he may have a warrant from the Commissioners, or any one of them. Billiard tables c. taxed. Shows c., taxed. Proviso. Retail license Com'rs may abate [Illegible Text] May visit suspicious places. Marshal may summons aid to enforce the ordinances. 9. SEC. IX. Be it enacted, That the Commissioners before mentioned, shall be known as the Commissioners of the town of Warrenton; and by such corporate name shall sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and do all other acts relating to their corporate capacity; and shall be capable in law to purchase, hold, receive, enjoy, possess, and retain to them and their successors, for the use and benefit of the said town of Warrenton, in perpetuity, or for any term of years, any estate, real or personal, lands, tenements, hereditaments of what kind or nature soever, within the limits of said town, and to sell alien exchange, or lease the same or any part thereof, or convey the same or any part thereof, in any way whatever. Powers and privileges of com'rs. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That all persons residing within the limits of said incorporation, shall be exempt from road duty under the State laws. Persons resident in town exempt from road duties under State law. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this Act, the Mayor and City Council of the city of Atlanta, shall have full power and authority to open and lay out, to widen straighten or otherwise change streets and alleys in the said city of Atlanta; whenever the said Mayor and Council shall exercise the power above delegated, they shall appoint two freeholders, and the owner or owners of the lots fronting on said streets or alleys, shall, on five days notice, appoint two freeholders who shall proceed to assess the damages sustained or the advantages derived by the owner or owners of said lots in consequence of the opening, widening straightening or otherwise changing said streets or alleys, and in case said assessors cannot agree, they shall select a fifth freeholder; the said assessors to take an oath that they will faithfully discharge their duties, and either part to have right to enter an appeal to the Superior Court of Fulton, within ten days from the rendition of said award; the Mayor and Council of said city of Atlanta, to have power and authority to levy, collect and enforce the final award or judgment in each and every case, by execution against the

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owner or owners of said lots when the same is found to be advantageous to said owners. Power of mayor and council of Atlanta over sts. and alleys in Atlanta. Damages how assessed. Oath. Appeal. How awards may be enforced. 12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, c., That said Mayor and Council shall have power and authority to establish and fix such a system of grading and draining of the streets in said city, as they may deem proper. Grading and diainage. 13. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, c., That said Mayor and Council shall have power to order such pavements, or side-walks laid down as they may deem proper; and upon the failure of any person to comply with the same within the time prescribed, the said Mayor and Council may have the same done, and levy and collect the expenses thereof by executions against the lands and goods and chattles of the owner of the lot or lots. [Illegible Text] and side walks. 14. SEC. XIV. Be it further enacted, c., That the 18th section of the act of incorporation of the city of Atlanta, approved December 29th, 1847, read as follows: That the said Mayor and Council (of the city of Atlanta) shall have power to license persons to retial, and sell by retail, spirituous liquors within the said city; and no person or persons shall sell by retail any spirituous liquors within the same, without first obtaining such license, for which they shall pay a sum not exceeding three hundred dollars; which tax shall be appropriated to the use of the said city of Atlanta. Retail license Licence not to exceed $800. 15. SEC. XV. Be it further enacted, That the Mayor and Council of said city of Atlanta, shall have power to impose a tax for the vending of Lottery tickets, in case of any Lotteries authorized by the laws of this State; and the tax imposed shall not be less than five hundred dollars on each ticket sold in said city. Lottery tickets. 16. SEC. XVI. Be it further enacted, That each and every person desirous of establishing a Bank Agency in said city, shall first pay to said Mayor and Council a sum not more than three hundred dollars, for the right and privilege of doing business for the term or space of twelve months. Bank Agencies. 17. SEC. XVII. Be it further enacted, That said Mayor and Council, shall have the power to levy and Collect from itinerant traders who may directly, or indirectly, by themselves or others, sell any goods, wares or merchandize in said city, such tax as to them may seem proper; Provided, that no person or persons shall be prohibited from selling, free of tax, any number of books, maps, charts or mathematical instruments made in this State or elsewhere, within said city of Atlanta. Marthasville incorporated 1843, pamphlet 83; name changed to the city of Atlanta 1847, pamphlet 50; charter amended 1850, pamphlet 96; also 1852, pamphlet 386-7; also 1854, pamphlet 212-3, 241; also 1856, pamphlet 395; City Court established 1856, pamplet 245; Act of 1856, amending charter, repealed 1857, pamphlet 166. Itlnerant traders. Proviso. 18. SEC. XVIII. And be it further enacted, That the State reserve to itself the right to repeal or modify this act, at any time she may deem proper. State reservation. SEC. XIX. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 12th, 1859. (For Act to prevent free negroes and slaves from living separate and from their owners, hirers or guardians, and to prevent their trafficking and trading in the town of Crawfordville, and in the town of Warrenton, c. See Act No. 176.

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WASHINGTON. SEC. 1. Commissioners of town of Washington may control liquor license SEC. 2. In abscence of Commissioners Inferior Court may exercise power of 1st. section. SEC. 3. Power of Marshal, persons summoned by Marshal or Commissioners, bound to aid, c. SEC. 4. Commissioners may fine and imprison. SEC. 5. Fines, how collected. SEC. 6. Commissioners may use jail, but not run the county to expense, c. SEC. 7. Commissioners may meet and try offenders. SEC. 8. Fines may be collected. SEC. 9. Same powers conferred on Commissioners of Forsyth. (No. 212.) An Act to amend the charter of the town of Washington, in Wilkes county, * * Acts regulating Washington, 1780, volume 1, 321; also 1783, volume 1, 133; also 1793, volume 1, 41. I'irst incorporated 1805 pamphlet 29; amended 1813, pamphlet 47; also 1815, pamphlet 81; also 1816, pamphlet 56-7; also 1821, pamphlet 17; also 1834, pamphlet 259-60; also 1843, pamphlet 92; Act of 1821, amended 1854, pamphlet 273-4. and to authorize and empower the Commissioners of the town of Forsyth, Forsyth incorporated 1823, pamphlet 198; charter amended 1824, pamphlet 134. Monroe county, to regulate the sale of spirituous liquors within the corporate limits of said town. 1. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this Act, the Commissioners of the town of Washington, in the county of Wilkes, be and they are hereby vested with full and exclusive power to regulate, control and direct the sale of ardent spirits, within the corporate limits of said town, impose such conditions, charges, restrictions and penalties upon the sale of the same, as they or a majority of them may deem necessary and proper, not repugnant to the Constitution and laws of this State. Com'rs of town of Washington may control liquor license. 2. SEC. II. If no Commissioners are elected for said town according to the charter of said town, the powers vested in said Commissioners by the foregoing section, are hereby vested in the Inferior Court of the county of Wilkes. In absence of Com'rs I Court may exercise powers of 1st sec. 3. SEC. III. That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be lawful for the Marshal of the town of Washington, without warrant to arrest any and all persons violating the Ordinances passed by the Commissioners of the town of Washington, against drunkenness, rioting, fighting, quarrelling and other gross and immortal conduct in the streets of said town, and to confine said offenders in the common jail of the county of Wilkes, until a hearing of the matter can be had before the aforesaid Commissioners; and said Marshal shall have authority and power, to call to his assistance to arrest and detain such offenders, the Sheriff of Wilkes county or his deputies or any Constable of said county; and such persons when so summoned by the Marshal or the President of the Board of Commissioners of said town to aid him as aforesaid, shall be bound to aid and assist him fully and faithfully; and should they fail so to do, they or either of them, shall be liable to be indicted or prosecuted by the Grand Jury of the county of Wilkes, and upon conviction, shall

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be subject to a fine not less than one hundred nor more than five hundred dollars. Power of Marshal. Persons summoned by marshal or com'rs bound to aid. Penalty. 4. SEC. IV. That the Commissioners of the town of Washington, of the county of Wilkes, or a majority of them be and they are hereby vested with the power to punish violations of their ordinances, by fine and imprisonment, or either of them; the fine inflicted by them, not to exceed one hundred dollars and the imprisonment not to exceed ten days. Com'rs may fine and imprison. 5. SEC. V. The fines inflicted under the foregoing section shall be collected by the Marshal of the town of Washington, or by any lawful officer of the county of Wilkes, either Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff, in the same manner as money is collected by the Sheriff of Wilkes county. Fines, how collected- 6. SEC. VI. The imprisonment inflicted by the foregoing, section 4th, shall be in the common jail of the county of Wilkes; which the jailor of Wilkes county, shall allow to be used by the Commissioners of said town of Washington, as in cases of arrest and commitment for violation of the State Law; but the expense, if any, attending said imprisonment shall never in any case be a charge on the county Treasury of Wilkes county. Com'rs may use jail but not run the county to expeuse. 7. SECTION VII. The Commissioners of the town of Washington, may meet at any time, upon request of the President of the Board, to transact any and all business pertaining to their duties as such Commissioners; and may at such meetings try any and all offenders for violation of the ordinances, upon giving them through the Marshal, one days notice of the time and place of trial, and of the charge against him, her or them. Com'rs may meet and try offenders. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall have authority to collect any fines and taxes, and all other money accruing otherwise than by contract; The President of the Board may, after the Board has assessed such fines or taxes and ordered them to be levied, issue an order in writing, directed to the Marshal of said town, or the Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of the county, requiring them or either of them, to levy and raise such fine or taxes in the same manner as under execution issuing from the Superior Court; and this shall be a sufficient execution or warrant for said officers to act upon and proceed with to collect the same. How fines may be collected. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That the same power which is granted by the first section of this Act to the Commissioners of the town of Washington, be and the same is hereby conferred on the Commissioners of the town of Forsyth, in the county of Monroe, hereafter to be elected; and may be exercised by said Commissioners within the corporate limits of said town of Forsyth. Same powers conferred on com'rs of Forsyth. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859.

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TITLE V. CORPORATIONS. ART. I. AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES. ART. II. FIRE COMPANIES. ART. III. GAS LIGHT COMPANIES. ART. IV. INSURANCE COMPANIES. ART. V. INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONS. ART. VI. LUMBER [Illegible Text] ASSOCIATIONS. ART. VII. MANUFACTURING COMPANIS. ART. VIII. MINING COMPANIES. ART. IX. SAVINGS, BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONS. ART. I. ACRICULTURAL SOCIETIES. CLARK COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. SEC. 1, CorporatorsClark County Agricultural Society incorporated. SEC. 2, Perpetual succession of members as arranged by by-lawspowers and priviliges. SEC. 3, Semi-annual fairspolice powers. (No. 213.) An act to incorporate the Agricultural Society of Clarke county, and to confer certain powers and immunities on the same. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, John Billups, Charles M. Reece, James C. Branch, Young L. G. Harris, John C. Johnson, William H. Dorsey, Azariah P. Cobb, Benajah S. Sheats, John S. Linton, James A. Price, James M. Mayne, and Henry Brittain, of the county of Clarke, James Harris, and Orion Stroud, of the county of Walton, Joseph H. Echols, and Stephen B. Jones, of the county of Morgan, Shelton Oliver, and Richard R. Winfrey, of the county of Oglethorpe, Robert L. McWhorter, Richard Willis, Thomas Hightower, James M. Davidson, and R. H. Ward, of the county of Greene, James M. Carter, and L. L. Clarke, of the county of Elbert, F. G. Stowers, and James Jones, of the county of Hart, Russell Daniel, and James Millican, of the county of Jackson, Andrew J. Poole, and Minor W. Brown, of the county of Hall, John W. Pruitt, and William Turk, of the county of Banks, Thomas Morris, and Samuel Knox of the county of Franklin, together with such other persons as they may associate with them for the purposes hereinafter specified, are hereby constituted a body politic and corporate, by the name and style of the Clarke County Agricultural Society. Clarke county agricultural Society incorporated. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the corporation aforesaid shall have perpetual succession of its members and corporators chosen in pursuance of its by-laws, and shall have power to make

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such by-laws as may not be inconsistent with the laws of this State; to have and use a common seal, and alter the same at pleasure; to sue and be sued, and complain or defend in Courts of Law and Equity; to hold by purchase, gift, devise, or bequest, such real and personal estate, funds, and stocks, as may be required for its purposes, and to use and convey the same, and enjoy all the priviliges and immunities now enjoyed by institutions incorporated for similar purposes in this State. Perpetual succession of members as arranged by by-laws. Powers and privileges. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said corporation is hereby authorized to hold annual or semi-annual Fairs, under such regulations as may be prescribed by its by-laws. And shall have power during their Fairs, or at any time, by a police wearing its badges and chosen in pursuance of its by-laws, to remove disorderly persons or dangerous animals, from within the Fair Grounds; and such Police is hereby authorized in making such removals, to use such necessary force as shall not extend to destruction of life or limb of human beings. Semi-annual fairs. Police powers. Approved December 2nd, 1859. SOUTHERN CENTRAL AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. SEC. 4, Southern Central Agricultural Society changed to Georgia State Agricultural Society. SEC. 5, Planters Club of Hancock incorporatedpowers. (No. 214.) An act to change the name of the Southern Central Agricultural Society, * * Southern Central Agricultural Society incorporated 1854, pam. 401-2. to that of the State Agricultural Society of Georgia, and for other purposes. 4. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the name and style of the Southern Central Agricultural Society of this State, incorporated with certain privileges, by an act, passed seventeenth February, 1854, be, and the same is hereby changed to the name of the Georgia State Agricultural Society; and that all the rights, privileges and immunities, granted to the Southern Central Agricultural Society, shall remain and be confirmed to the Georgia State Agricultural Society. Southern Central Agricultural Society changed to Ga. State Agricultural Society. 5. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That James Thomas, A. J. Lane, Benj. J. Harris, and Elisha Cain, and their successors in office, be, and they are hereby incorporated by the name and style of the Planters Club of Hancock; and that they hereby have all the rights, privileges, and immunities, usual to such corporations, as well as all the rights and privileges which were granted to the Southern Central Agricultural Society by the act approved 17th February, 1854, so far as the same are applicable to, or may be made of benefit to said Planters Club. Planters Club of Hancock incorporated. Powers. Approved December 19th, 1859.

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ART. II. FIRE COMPANIES. CLINCH STEAM FIRE COMPANY, NO. 2. (See Act No. 215, for the encouragement of Fire Companies in the city of Augusta, c.) DILIGENT FIRE COMPANY. (For act to confer certain privileges upon, see Act No. 193, to confer additional powers upon the Mayor and Council of the city of LaGrange, c.) FILMORE FIRE COMPANY, NO. 4. (See Act No. 215, for the encouragement of Fire Companies in the city of Augusta, c.) FIRE COMPANIES IN AUGUSTA. SEC. 1, Fillmore Fire Company, No. 4, and Clinch Fire Company No. 2, of Augusta entitled, to 35, additional exemptions, each from Jury dutycertificate. (No. 215.) An act for the encouragement of Fire Companies in the city of Augusta, and to exempt certain members from duty, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That in addition the number of firemen now exempt from Jury duty, belonging to the Fillmore Eire Company, number 4, and Clinch Steam Fire Engine Company number 2, of the city of Augusta, they each be entitled to thirty-five additional exemptions from Jury duty; and the certificate of the Captains of the said Companies to said Firemen, be held and taken as sufficient evidence of their exemptions from Jury duty in all Courts of Law and Equity in Richmond county. Fillmore fire Co. No. 4 and Clinch Steam Fire Co. No. 2 of Augusta intitled to 35 additional exemptions each from jury duty. Certificate. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. RELIEF FIRE COMPANY NO. 2. SEC. 2, Relief Fire Company No. 2, of Athens, incorporatedpowers. SEC. 3, Exemptions. (No. 216.) An act to incorporate the Relief Fire Company, number (2,) two, in the town of Athens, and to extend to it certain privileges. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the several persons and members of the association formed at Athens, in this State, under the name and style of Relief Fire Company number (2) two, and others, who may become members of said association, and their successors in office, and members of the same, shall be, and they are hereby declared to be, a body politic and corporate, by the name and style aforesaid; and by said name, shall have perpetual succession of officers and members, with power to make, alter, change and

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amend such by-laws and regulations as may be agreed on by the officers and members of said association; Provided, such by-laws and regulations shall not be contrary to the Constitution and Laws of the United States, and the State of Georgia. Relief Fire Co. No. 2 in Athens incorporated. Powers. 3. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the officers and members of said association, are hereby exempt from all Jury duty; Provided, the members of said association do not exceed forty in number. Exemptions. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. RICHMOND FIRE COMPANY NO. 7. SEC. 4, Richmond Fire Company No. 7 incorporatedpowers. SEC. 5, By-lawsprovisoprivilegesexemptions. (No. 217.) An act to incorporate the Richmond Fire Company No. (7,) seven, and for other purposes. 4. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That Patrick Sheahan, John Galvin, Daniel Loony, Patrick McCarthy, Dennis Hallahan, and their associates and successors, be, and the same is hereby incorporated and made a body politic, by the name and style of the Richmond Fire Company, number seven, and shall have power, under their corporate name, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, in any Court of Law and Equity in this State, and to have and to exercise and enjoy all the powers herein granted, not repugnaut to the Constitution of the United States and of this State, or to the act incorporating the city of Augusta. Richmond Fire Co. No. 7 incorporated Powers. 5. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have full power, to establish and ordain all such rules, by-laws, and ordinances, for their own government, as to them may seem necessary and expedient; Provided, the same do not conflict with the powers previously granted to the city of Augusta, in the acts incorporating the said city, or the acts organizing a Fire Department for said city; and the said Company, shall have power and be capable, of receiving and holding by purchase, gift, grant or otherwise, all such land, tenements, or other real and personal estate, or property, as may be necessary for the more effectual discharge of the duties of said Company. And that for the encouragement of said Company, the members of said Company are hereby declared to be exempt from Jury duty, in all cases whatsoever; Provided, the number of exemptions shall not at any time exceed forty men. By-laws. Proviso. Privileges. Exemptions. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859.

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ART. III.GAS LIGHT COMPANIES. CITY GAS LIGHT COMPANY. SEC. 1. CorporatorsUnder name and style of city Gas Light CompanyAs such, shall have power to use a common seal, c. SEC. 2. To manufacture, sell c., gas in the city of AugustaTo lay pipes, c.ProvisoTo erect buildings, hold real estate, c.Capital stock $100,000, with privilege to increase to $200,000Charter to go into effect so soon as $25,000 stock is paid in, c. SEC. 3. Shares deemed personal estate, transferable only on books of the Company, c. SEC. 4. In case of refusal to pay any assesment on stock it is to be sold after 30 daysTreasurer to give notice of time of sale 2 weeks, c. SEC. 5. Corporators may open books of subscription $50,000 being subscribed the stockholders may meet and elect a President, Treasurer and Board of Directors, c. SEC. 6. Directors to make an annual report to the stockholders. SEC. 7. Any person injuring the property of the said Company to forfeit treble damages. SEC. 8. This act to remain in force 20 yearsNo funds of this Company to be in any manner used for banking purposes. (No. 218.) An act to incorporate the City Gas Light Company, in the city of Augusta, Ga. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That Porter Fleming, John P. Force, Joseph S. Bean, Richard P. Zimmerman, Jno. B. Carter, Jno. T. Miller, Chas. A. Rowland, James Brown, James W. Bones, Alfred C. Force, Joseph N. Freeman, Thomas P. Stovall, Zachariah McCord, Mitchell G. Hester, Charles Baker, Ed. H. Hudson and their associates and successors shall be, and they are hereby incorporated, made and declared a body politic and corporate, in deed and in law, by the name and style of the City Gas Light Company; and as such body politic and corporate, shall have power to make, use, have and keep a common seal, and the same at will to alter; to make all necessary by-laws, not repugnant to the laws of the land, and to have succession of officers and members conformably to such by-laws, and to sue and be sued, implead and be impleaded in any court of law or equity in this State; and to have, use and enjoy all other rights and be subject to all other liabilities which are incidental to bodies corporate. Corporators. Under name and style of City Gas Light Co. As such shall be allowed to use a common seal c. To see and be sued c. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said Corporation shall have full power and authority to manufacture, make and sell gas, to be made of rosin, coal, turpentine, oil or any other material or materials; and to furnish such quantities of gas as may be requirer in the city of Augusta, for lighting the streets, stores and buildings there situate, and for other purposes; to bury pipes or other conductors, for conducting gass though the streets, alleys, lanes and square, of the city of Augusta, aforesaid: Provided, such streets, alleys, lanes, and squares shall be left in as good condition as they were at the time of laying such pipes or other conductors. And also, to erect such buildings and to hold such real and personal estate, as may be requisite or necessary to carry on the business

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aforesaid; and the said corporation shall have power to raise by subscription in shares of twenty-five dollars each, a capital of one hundred thousand dollars, with the privilege of increasing the same to two hundred thousand dollars; and the said Corporation shall not go into operation, nor the rights, privileges and franchises hereby granted attach, until twenty thousand dollars of the capital aforesaid shall have been actually paid in, in gold or silver, current coin, or the current notes of the incorporated Banks of this State, and an oath or affirmation thereof, shall have been made by the President, Treasurer, and a majority of the Board of directors of the said Company, and recorded in the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court of Richmond county. To manufacture and sell Gas. In the city of Augusta. To bury pipe c. Proviso. To erect buildings, hold real estate c. Capital stock $100,000. With privilege to incrase to $200,000, Charter to go into effect so soon as $25000 stock is paid in. And the proper officer shall make oath of the same. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the said shares in the Capital Stock aforesaid, of the said Corporation, shall be deemed personal estate, and be transferable only on the books of the said Corporation; and no part of the said capital stock shall, at any time or under any pretense whatever, be loaned to, or divided amongst the stockholders; nor shall the said capital be withdrawn or divided amongst the stockholders, until all the libilities of the said Corporation have been lawfully paid; nor shall any dividends be at any time declared, except of the clear earnings and profits of the said Company over and above the capital. Shares deemed personal estare transferable only on the books of the Co. No shares to be divided or dividends declared until all liabilities are paid against the Co. No dividend to be declared except the actual profits over the capital stock. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That if the proprietor of any share shall neglect or refuse to pay any instalment assesed thereon, for the space of thirty days after the time oppointed for the payment thereof, the Treasurer of the Company, may by order of the Board of Directors thereof, sell by public auction, a sufficient number of any shares held by such defaulter to pay all instalments then due by him, together with all necessary and incidental charges; and the Treasurer shall give notice of the time and place of such sale, and of the sum due on each share, by advertising the same for two successive weeks previous to such sale, in some newspaper in the city of Augusta; and a bill of sale of the shares so sold, shall be made by the Treasurer of the Company to the purchaser thereof, who shall thereupon be entitled to have the same transferred to him on the books of the Company, and shall be liaable for all future instalments on the stock he may purchase. In case of refusal to pay any assessment on stock it is to be sold after 30 days. Treas'r to give notice of time c of sale for two weeks. In some prper in the city. Bill of sale of the treas'r to suthorize the transfer of the stock on the books of the co 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the said Porter Fleming, Jno. P. Force, Joseph S. Bean, Richard P. Zimmerman, Jno. B. Carter, Jno. T. Miller, Chas. A. Rowland, James Brown, James W. Bones, Alfred C. Force, Joseph N. Freeman, Thomas P. Stovall, Zachariah McCord, Mitchell G. Hester, Charles Baker and Ed. H. Hudson, may open books and take subscriptions for the capital stock of said Company, in such manner as they may deem expeient; and whenever such subscription shall amount to the sum of fifty thousand dollars, the stock holders having had two weeks notice, in writing, or in one of the public newspapers of the city of Augusta, may meet and proceed to elect a President, Treasurer and Board of Directors, or such other officers as they may deem necessary for organizing the said Company and conducting the affairs

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thereof; and the said Board of Directors shall continue in office until their successors shall have been duly elected, and until otherwise provided for by the By-laws of the said Corporations, shall have power to dispose of the residue of the capital stock of the said Company, not subscribed for in such manner and at such times as they may deem fit; and at the said election of officers, and at all other meetings of the said Company, every stockholder shall be entitled to one vote for every share held by him. Corporators may open books of subscription. $50,000 being subscribed the stockholders may meet and elect a Pres. Treas'r. and Board of Directors. Said Board to remain in office until their successors are elected. Stockholders to be entitled to 1 vote for every share. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the directors shall submit to the stock holders annually a written statement under oath or affirmation of the Treasurer of the Corporation, setting forth the amount of the capital stock paid in, and of the general assets of the Company; and also, the amount of all existing debts and liabilities of the said Company. Directors to make an annual report to the stockholders. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted. That any person wilfully injuring or causing to be injured, any of the property of the said Corporation, shall forfeit and pay to the said Corporation treble the amount of damages sustained by any such injury, to be recovered by action in any court having cognizance thereof. Any persons injuring the property of the said Co. to forfeit treble damages. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That this act shall continue in force for twenty years; and no part of the capital stock nor any of the funds of the said Corporation, shall at any time during the continuance of this charter, be used or employed directly or indirectly in banking operations, or for any other operation whatsoever inconsistent with this act. This act to remain in force 20 years. No funds of this Co to be in any manner used for banking purposes. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That each and every stockholder shall be liable pro rata for any and every debt which said Corporation may owe at any time while such stockholder holds stock in said Company, to the amount of the stock by them respectively held. Stockholders liable pro rate Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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ART. IV. INSURANCE COMPANIES. ATLANTA MUTUAL INSURANCE AND STOCK COMPANY. Sec. 1. Corporators; Under name and style of Atlanta Mutual Insurance and Stock Company; As such may sue and be sued, c. Sec. 2. Use a common seal; Make by-laws, c. Sec. 3. May insure lives, or against fire, c. Sec. 4. Corporate powers vested in a Board of seven Directors, who shall be residents of this State. Sec. 5. They shall begin business within two years; So soon as applications for Insurance to the amount of $50,000, a President and Directors to be elected. Sec. 6. No risk to be taken for more than three-fourths of the value of the goods, c.; Nor for more than $5,000 on any one stock, c. Sec. 7. In case of loss, party to give notice to Company within thirty days; Damages to be awarded by Agent of Company, c. Sec. 8. Company may take all Marine or Inland Transportation risks. Sec. 9. Company may hold real or personal property; policy to have a lien upon the property insured. Sec. 10. In case of a refusal to pay any assessment within thirty days, the party liable to suit, c. Sec. 11. Privileges of the Southern Mutual Insurance Company conferred on this Company. Sec. 12. Books to be opened within two years, in Atlanta; Stock to be based on real estate in Atlanta, c. Sec. 13. No sale of real estate without the sale of stock; Transfer of stock to be made on the books of the Company, c. Sec. 14. Company to have legal interest, and five per cent damages in case of refusal to pay, c; The same principle to apply to demands against the Company. Sec. 15. One-half of the net profits to be annually divided among the stockholders; the remainder to be invested in bonds, c. Sec. 16. Charter to remain in force twenty years. (No. 219.) An Act to incorporate the Atlanta Mutual Insurance and Stock Company. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That William Ezzard, Lemuel P. Grant, Thomas F. Lowe, John Collier, William Markham, E. M. Seago, John Thrasher and their associates and successors shall be a corporation under the name and style of the Atlanta Mutual Insurance and Stock Company, and shall keep their principal office in the city of Atlanta, in this State, and shall elect annually their own officers, and shall enjoy all the privileges and powers incident to such corporations, may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answered unto, in any Court of Law or Equity, in this State or elsewhere, having competent jurisdiction. Corporators Under name and style of Atlanta Mutual Insurance and stock Go. As such may sue and be sued c. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, c., That the said Company may have and use a common seal, with power to alter or change the same at pleasure, and may make and establish such by-laws, rules and regulations, as may be necessary to carry into effect the objects of this institution, and to alter and amend the same. Use a common seal, Make-by-laws c. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the said corporation have power to make insurance upon lives, and make all and every insurance appertaining to the duration of life; the said Company may make insurance on dwelling houses, stores and other buildings, furniture, merchandize or marine risks, against danger by fire or flood; the said corporation may cause themselves to be insured against any risk they may or shall make. May insure lives or against fire.

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4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That all the corporate powers of the said Company shall be vested in a Board of Directors, and such officers and agents as they may appoint; the Board of Directors shall consist of seven persons, all of whom shall be residents of this State; they shall elect a President annually, who, if not already a Director, shall be ex-officio a member of the Board, and shall hold his office for twelve months, or until his successor is elected and duly qualified; said Board of Directors shall have the right to say by a by-law, what number shall be competent, in their body, to transact business. Corporate powers vested in a board of 7 directors. Who shall be residents of this State. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the above incorporators, within two years from the passage of this act, to open books, to receive applications for insurance to be effected by said Company, and as soon as applications to the amount of fifty thousand dollars shall be received, and not before, said Directors shall give notice to those persons who have made such applications, of a meeting for the election of seven Directors; and every person having so made application for insurance, shall be entitled to one vote, and one additional vote for every one thousand dollars additional; and the persons elected by a majority, shall be Directors for the ensuing year, and continue in office until their successors are elected, and shall have power to fill vacancies in their own body. They shall begin business within 2 years. So soon as application for insurance to the amount of $50,000, a Presid't and Directors to be elected. Persons receiving a maj of the votes shall be elec'd. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That in no case shall this Company take a risk for more than three-fourths of the value of the property or goods insured, or for more than five thousand dollars on any one block of buildings, or on any one stock of goods; and before any person shall be entitled to a policy, he shall give his note or bond well secured for the amount of the insurance money, payable one day after date, and shall deposite with the Treasurer of this Company ten per cent of said note, which amount shall be entered as a credit thereon, and the funds thus raised may be applied to the ordinary purposes of the Corporation; and the Directors may at any time thereafter, when the liabilities of the Company require it, call in such additional instalments as may be necessary, by giving the policy holders notice for thirty days, in such manner as the Directors may determine; such instalments shall be an equal per cent upon all, in proportion to the amount insured, and at the rate of hazard mutually agreed upon. No risk to be taken for more than [frac34]ths of the value of the property or goods. Not more than $5,000 to be insured on any one stock c. 10 per cent to be deposited with the Treas'r c. Per cent called in. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That whenever any person shall sustain any loss of the property so insured, he shall, within thirty days after his knowledge of said loss, and in case of real estate, before any repairs or alterations are made, give notice in writing of the same, to some one of the Directors or other person appointed by the Directors, whose duty it shall be to view immediately the premises where the loss occurred, or otherwise make satisfactory inquiry concerning it, and under oath, determine in writing, by him subscribed, the amount, if any, of the liabilities of the said Corporation, for such loss; and if the sufferer shall not acquiesce in such estimate, he may, within sixty days after he is notified

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of the estimate, bring an action at law against said Corporation, if in this action he shall not receive as damage, more than the amount estimated as aforesaid, then he is liable for the costs incurred in the suit, and execution shall issue against the Corporation for such amount as may be allowed, after deducting said costs of suit; but if the amount be greater than the estimate, then, the Corporation shall be liable for all costs of suit. In case of loss party to give notice to Co within [Illegible Text] days. Damages to be awarded by ag't of Co. In case of dissatisfaction an appeal to be had to an action in law 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the said Corporation may make marine insurance upon vessels, freights, goods, wares, merchandize, specie, bullion, commission, profits, bank notes, and bills of exchange, and other evidences of debt, and to make all and every insurance appertaining to or connected with marine or inland transportation or navigation risks. Co may make and take all marine or inland transportation risks. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That said Corporation shall be entitled to hold real and personal estate, to any amount necessary for the purposes of the same; when said Corporation shall make insurance on any property; the interest of the property in the interest of the person insured in said property shall be held as security for the payment of the deposit note given to the Corporation, and the policy of the insured shall for the time it issues, create a lien on said property; and no transfer of said property shall effect such lien; Provided, it shall be expressed in the policy that the insurance is made subject to such lien. Co. may hold real or personal property. Policy to have a lien upon the property insured c. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That any member of said Corporation obtaining insurance, or in case of his death, his legal representatives, shall refuse or neglect to pay any assessment within thirty days after demand be made, or any instalments of his deposit note, he shall be liable for a suit therefor, by the Corporation in any Court having competent jurisdiction, and also the liability of the Corporation for the policy under which the payment is withheld, shall be suspended until such payment is made; and if said payment is not made within six months, the said policy shall be to all intents and purposes forever forfeited; any person insured shall have the right to return his policy, and demand his note at any time before it would expire by its own limitation; Provided, there is no unpaid assessments upon notes or losses unprovided for. In case of refusal to pay assessment within 20 d'ys the party liable to suit. The liability of the corporation is also withheld under the policy until the assessment is paid. Any person insured may demand their notes at any time. Proviso. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That any other privileges enjoyed as a chartered right, by the Southern Mutual Insurance Company, * * Southern Mutual Insurance Company, incorporated 1847, pam. 127, 8-9; Charter amended 1849, pam. 256, 6-7; Charter amended 1854, pam. 391, 2. in this State, not specified in the foregoing sections of this act, shall be also enjoyed by this Corporation, in like manner, in the transaction of their regular legitimate business. Privileges of the So. Mututual Ins. Co. conferred on this Co. 12. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the above named Corporation, in addition to the duties as provided for, shall within two years from the passage of this act, open books, in the city of Atlanta, for subscriptions of stock to this Company, with a view to blend the mutual and stock plans of insurance in one Company; but the mutual or the stock plan, as herein provided for, may either go into operation without the other, under this Charter,

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when its terms are fully complied with; the stock of this Company shall be based upon real estate in the city of Atlanta; no person shall hold more stock than one-fourth of the value of the real estate owned and held by him in the said city; and that one hundred dollars shall be a share; and no one person shall hold more than one hundred shares; and this shall not, as a stock Company, take risks, until the sum of fifty thousand dollars is made up, and ten per cent on the stock paid in, on each share; which, together with the real estate, shall be the basis upon which the Company shall operate; but in no case shall the Company take more risk on its stock, than the whole value of the property upon which the stock of the Company is based, viz: four times the value of the shares, taken in the Company, together with the per cent paid in; the operations of the mutual and the stock shall be kept by the same officers, but in such way that the profits arising from the stock shall be kept separate from the operations of the mntual, and a separate and distinct report made annually to the stockholders, should this Company avail themselves of both the mutual and stock plans of insurance, the Directors will be elected by both classes of stockholders; one vote for each share of stock; and the mutual policy holders, as before provided, for the expenses of the Company in the way of salaries of officers, c., is to be divided equally between the mutual policy, and the stockholders in proportion to the amount of business done under each plan; the limit of the stock of this Company, shall be five hundred thousand dollars. Books to be opened within 2 years in Atlanta. Stock to be based in real estate in Atlanta. No person to hold more than 100 shares. Not to take risks until $50,000 is subscribed. Mutual policy and stock may be either kept separate or together. Limit of stock $500,000. 13. SEC. XIII. And be it further enacted, That no person owning stock in this Company, shall be able to sell his real estate without selling his stock also; if such sale be made, the property is bound to the Company, the same as if it had not been sold, until the stock is sold to another real estate holder, whose estate is ample to secure the stock as above specified; which transfer shall be valid, when such transfer is made with the consent of the Directors, and the proper entry of transfer is made upon the books of the Company; the value of real estate shall be determined by the city Assessors. or an agent of the Company, as the Directors may determine; should the losses of those who may have policies under this stock Company, be at any time larger than the surplus of the Company, then each real estate stockholder shall pay, within thirty days after notice is given to them by the Directors, such per cent on their shares, as will be ample to meet the losses of the Company; the entire liability of each stockholder is twice the value of the stock held by him, secured by the real estate, as aforesaid. No sale of real estate without the sale of stock. Transfer of stock to be be made on the books of the Co. Value of real estate to be determined by city assessors or by ag't of the Co. Liability of stockholders to be twice the value of stock held c. 14. SEC. XIV. And be it further enacted, That should any stockholder fail or refuse to pay any amount due by him to the Company, then he shall pay legal interest on the amount until paid, together with five per cent damages, and be sued in any Court having competent jurisdiction, and his stock and other property be held for the value of the stock, interest, damages, costs, c.; the same principles shall govern suits against this Company, whether the claims be against the mutual or stock, as before provided for;

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insurance may be given in this stock plan, on anything, whether persons or property, which is heretofore provided for in the mutual plan, but not for a longer period than one year, on property. Co. to have legal interest and 5 per cent damages in case of refusal to pay c. The same principal to apply to demands against the Co. 15. SEC. XV. And be it further enacted, That one-half the net profits over all losses, in the stock of this Company, shall be divided annually to the stockholders; and the other half reserved in the hands of the Company, until the surplus shall reach the sum of one hundred thousand dollars, which surplus may be used in the purchase of bonds, stocks, notes or other evidences of debt, when amply secured, as the Directors may determine. of the net profits to be annually divided among the stockholders. The remain der to be invested in bonds c. 16. SEC. XVI. And be it further enacted, That this Charter, and all the privileges and powers herein granted, shall continue in force for the full term of twenty-five years. Charter to remain in force for 25 years. 17. SEC. XVII. Repeals conflicting laws. CENTRAL INSURANCE COMPANY. SEC. 17. Corporators, Central Insurance Company, powers. SEC. 18. Capital stock $100,000, shares, may be increased to $500,000, personal property, c. SEC. 19. When Directors may be elected, President and Directors their powers, vancancies, c. SEC. 20. Directors elected by Stockholders and President by Directors-quorum, proxy, proviso. SEC. 21. What property may be insured and what business transacted. SEC. 22. Certificates, interest, quorum by-laws. SEC. 23. Liabilities of stockholders, debts not to expire with charter. SEC. 24. Charter to exist 30 years, taxation. SEC. 25. Bonds, bills and promissory notes office at Macon. SEC. 26. Annual returns, tax. (No. 220.) An Act to charter the Central Insurance Company of Georgia, and to confer on said Company certain rights, powers and privileges; also to require the Agents of life Insurance Companies to make annual returns, and pay taxes; and for other purposes. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That Nathan C. Munroe, Benjamin F. Ross, William B. Parker, John L. Jones, Lewis N. Whittle, Robert Collins and P. E. Bowdre, and their associates and successors, are hereby created a body politic and corporate by the name of the Central Insurance Company of Georgia, and by that name shall be capable of suing and being sued in all the Courts of this State; of purchasing, holding and conveying property of all descriptions; to make, have and use a common seal, and the same to alter and renew a pleasure, and generally to do any act necessary to carry into effect the objects of the corporation, not inconsistent with the laws and Constitution of this State or of the United States. Corporators. Central Ins. Co. Powers. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of this corporation, shall be one hundred thousand dollars, to be divided into one thousand shares of one hundred dollars each, and the

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same to be paid in the manner following; fifteen dollars on each share at the time of subscription, and the residue when the President and Directors of the corporation may direct; which capital stock may hereafter be increased to any amount, not exceeding five hundred thousand dollars, in such manner as the President and Directors may determine, the said stock shall be deemed and held as personal property, and if any stockholder shall neglect or refuse to make the payment as required, his stock may be sold by order of the President and Directors; and such stockholder shall be liable for the balance due by him as stockholder to the corporation as it becomes due, and may be sued for the same; and the stockholders shall be individually liable for the debts of the corporation in proportion to the number of shares of stock owned by each. Capital stock, $100,000. Shares. May be increased to $500,000. Personal property. Stock of delinquent stockholders may be sold. Liability of stockholders 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the books of subscription shall be opened at any time prior to the first day day of June next, at such place in the city of Macon, as a majority of the persons named in the first section of this Act. may direct; advertisement of the time and place of opening such books to be made for one week in a newspaper published in said city; which book shall be kept open until the said sum of one hundred thousand dollars shall be subscribed for; and the said persons or a majority of them shall, as may be, after the books of subscription are closed, call a meeting of the stockholders, who shall proceed to elect, not less than five nor more than nine Directors as may be determined by them, and the said Directors shall elect one of their own number President, and the said President and Directors elected, shall have power and authority to appoint and remove, at pleasure, all officers and Agents of said corporation; to fix their compensation; prescribe their duties, provide for the taking bonds from them, for the security of the corporation, for the faithful performance of their duties; and they shall also have the power to fill any vacancy which may occur in their own body, and also to appoint a President pro tem., when the President may be absent from their meetings; and if tha President or any Director shall be absent, without leave, for five successive regular meetings of the Board, a majority of the same, may declare his place vacant and proceed to fill it without notice to such absent President or Director. Manner, time and place of opening books When directors may may be elected. President and Directors, their powers Vacancies. Directors place made vacant by five successive absences. 20. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the Directors of the corporation, shall be elected by the stockholders, and the President by the Directors from among their own number, and when elected, they shall hold their office for one year or until their successors are elected; and it shall be the duty of the President and Directors to call an annual meeting of the stockholders, to make such election; and in all meetings of the stockholders, those holding a majority of the stock shall constitute a quorum, and each stockholder shall be allowed one vote for each share of stock he holds, and the stock may be represented, either in person by the stockholder or by proxy, and the power to vote for absent stockholders, may be constituted by any written expression of the stockholder, so appointing a proxy

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to vote for him; Provided, that no one not himself, a stockholder, shall be capable of acting as proxy for another. Directors elected by stockholders and Presd't by Directors from their own number. Quorum. Proxy. Proviso. 21. SEC. V. Be it further enacted That said corporation shall have full power to make insurance upon ships and other sea vessels, and upon steamboats and all other river boats, and crafts of every kind; and on all goods, wares, and merchandize, slaves, bullion, money, and other property, against maritime or river risks, and upon houses, stores, and upon other buildings, good, wares, and merchandise of every description, against fire, and to fix a premium thereon; to receive from any free white person or persons, deposits on trust, and to accept all such trusts as may be confided to it; to borrow money and issue its bonds therefor; to invest its money or other property in anything or in any manner which it would be lawful for a citizen of this State to invest money; and the said property or securities, to transfer at pleasure; or it may loan its money or other property to any person or on any security, which it may think proper; Provided, that nothing in this act shall be so construed as to authorize said corporation to make any notes to circulate as Bank notes, or to issue any securities to be circulated as money, or to apply any portion of their money or other property, to any Banking purpose, other than the purchase and discount of bills of exchange and promissory notes, and the lending of money; and Provided also, that the laws against usury apply to said corporation to the same extent and in the same manner as they apply to individuals. What property may be insured and business transacted. Proviso. 22. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That the President and Directors of said corporation shall have power to fix the places, and mode of transfer of certificates of stock, as well as the payment of interest and dividends; that a majority of the Board of President and Directors, shall constitute a quorum, and that said President and Directors, shall also have power to pass all such by-laws as may be necessary to carry this act into effect, and to execute and authorize the execution of all such bargains and contracts as may seem to them best for the interests of the corporation. Certificates. Interest. Quorum. By-laws. 23. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted That the said corporation shall be responsible to its creditors to the extent of its property, and the stockholders to the extent of the amount of their respective stock not paid up; and that the debts due to and from said corporation shall not be extinguished by reason of the expiration of this charter. Liability of stockholders. Debts not to expire with Charter. 24. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That this charter and all the privileges and powers herein granted, shall continue in force for the full term of thirty years; and that the property funds and business transactions of the corporation shall be subject to the same rates of taxation, imposed by law on the property and similar business transaction of individuals. Charter to exist 30 years. Taxation. 25. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That all bonds, bills and promissory notes, made payable at the office of said Company which shall be located at Macon, shall have the same legal effect and be

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subject to the same legal remedies as if the same were made payable at any Bank of this State. Bonds, bills, and promissory notes. Office at Macon. 26. SEC. X. Transferred to public Laws, Title Insurance Companies, page 40, being of a public nature. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. GEORGIA HOME INSURANCE COMPANY. SEC. 27. Capital stock $250,000, shares $100. SEC. 28. Commissioners, duty, books, kept open till $100,000 be subscribed. SEC. 29. Georgia Home Insurance Company, powers, seal. SEC. 30. Election of Directors, quorum, President, annual meeting 1st July, c. SEC. 31. Directors and President from stockholders, Directors must own 20 shares, c. SEC. 32. Powers of President and Directors over officers and agents, vacancies, President pro tem., c. SEC. 33. What the Company may insure, Company liable for losses of insurance, policy how signed, c. SEC. 34. Liability of stockholders. SEC. 35. Charter to continue 30 years from 1st July, 1860. SEC. 36. Corporators, Oglethorpe Insurance Company incorporated, located at Savaunah, powers, privileges, c. SEC. 37. Capital stock $500,000, elections in Savannah. (No. 221.) An Act to incorporate an Insurance Company, in the City of Columbus, to be called the Georgia Home Insurance Company, also to incorporate the Oglethorpe Insurance Company of Savannah. 27. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That there shall be established in the city of Columbus, an Insurance Company, the capital stock of which shall be two hundred and fifty thousand dollars, to be divided into shares of one hundred dollars each. Capital stock $250,000. Shares $100. 28. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That James K. Redd, W. H. Young, John D. Carter, James F. Bozeman, Lemuel T. Downing, H. S. Estes, Henry V. Meigs, J. P. Illges, R. A. Ware, L. D. Johnson and Perry Spencer, or any five of them, are hereby appointed Commissioners, whose duty it shall be after advertising for thirty days, in one or more of the city papers of the time and place of subscribing at any time before the first of July, eighteen hundred and sixty, to open, in the city of Columbus, a book and receive subscriptions for stock in said Company; which book shall be by them kept open until the sum of one hundred thousand dollars of stock is subscribed for, each subscriber shall, at the time, pay to the Commissioners, twenty dollars upon every share subscribed for, and no person shall be allowed to subscribe for more than fifty shares of said stock; but this shall not prevent any person, after the organization of said Company from owning more than fifty shares, by purchase or otherwise. Com'rs. Duty. Books kept open till $100,000 be subscribed. No one may take more than 50 sha's. Proviso.

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29. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That those who shall become subscribers for said stock, as above mentioned, their successors and assigns, shall be and they are hereby created and made, a body politic by the name and style of The Georgia Home Insurance Company and by that name shall be and are hereby made capable in law, to have, purchase, receive, possess, enjoy and retain and sell property of all kinds; to sue and be sued, to make and use a common seal, and break, alter and renew the same at pleasue; to ordain, establish and put into execution such by-laws, rules and regulations as shall seem necessary and convenient for the government of said corporation, not contrary to the laws and Constitution of this State or the United States, and generally, to do all acts and things as shall appertain to, or be necessary for, the carrying into effect the objects and purposes of said corporation. Georgia Home Ins. co. Powers. 30. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said Commissioners shall, immediately after as much as one hundred thousand dollars of the stock of said corporation, shall have been subscribed for and twenty dollars for share paid to them, call a meeting of the stockholders, and they, the stockholders, shall proceed to organize said corporation, by the election of not less than five, nor more than eleven Directors, a majority of whom shall constitute a quorum; and the said Directors shall elect one of their number, as President, after which, said Commissioners shall turn over said book of subscriptions and money paid in to said President and Directors and said President and Directors shall, annually, on the first day of July, in each succeeding year, call a meeting of the stockholders, first giving thirty days notice thereof in the city papers (except said first day come on a Sunday and then, the meeting shall be on the second day of July,) at which time, the stockholders shall elect Directors for the ensuing year, and the Directors shall elect a President. Election of Directors. Quorum. President. Annual meeting 1st July. If Sunday then 2d. 31. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the Directors and President shall be elected from the stockholders in said Company, and that no person shall be eligible as a Director, except he own, in his own right, twenty shares of the stock of said Company, and further, that there shall be one vote for each share, and that absent stockholders may vote by proxy. Directors and and Presid't. from stockholders Directors must own 20 shares 1 vote for each share. Proxy. 32. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said President and Directors shall have power to appoint and remove at pleasure, all officers or agents of said corporation; to prescribe their duties, take from them bonds for the faithful performance thereof; to fill any vacancies that may occur in their Board, and appoint a President pro tem., in the absence of the President, and further that said President and Directors shall have power from time to time, to call for the payment of the unpaid stock, in such sums as they may deem proper; and said stock shall be considered and held as personal property, and upon the neglect or refusal of any stockholder to pay the instalments on his stock as called for by the President and Directors, then, upon ten days notice being given, in one or more of the city papers, said Board may sell said stock at public outcry, and said delinquent stockholders shall still remain liable for any balance due, or which may become due

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by him to said corporation, and may be sued therefor in any Court having jurisdiction and said President and Directors shall have further power to make dividends, and fix the place and define the manner of paying the dividends, paying interest and transfering stock; and said President and Directors shall also have the power to give the holders of the policies of said corporation the right to participate in the nett profits of the corporation, to such extent, in such manner, and upon such terms as they may deem proper. Power of President and Directors over officers and agents. Vacancies. President pro tem. Stock personsonal property. Penalty for refusing to pay installments. Dividends. Powers. 33. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That said corporation shall have authority to insure against losses by fire, in all kinds of property either real, personal or mixed or choses in action; also, against all the hazards of ocean or inland navigation and transporation of every kind, and also upon the duration of human life, for such premiums as it may determine; and said corporation shall be liable to make good and pay to the several persons who may insure in said corporation, for the losses they may sustain, or for life insurance, in accordance only with the terms of the contract or policy issued by said corporation, and no policy or other contract of said corporation, shall be binding except it be signed by the President and Secretary of said corporation, and said corporation shall have power to receive money on deposit; to loan and borrow money; to take and give such securities therefor as may be considered best; to invest its monies and transfer its property at pleasure, to purchase and discount notes and bills of exchange, and do all other acts, it may deem advisable for the safekeeping and secure investment of its funds; Provided, that nothing herein contained shall be construed to authorize said corporation to make any note or bill to circulate as a bank bill or to issue any security to be circulated as money; and it is further enacted that said corporation shall have power and authority to make reinsurance of any risks that may be taken by them. What company may insure. Company liable for losses insured. Policy how signed. Powers may take money on deposit, loan and borrow. Proviso. May reinsure. 34. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That said corporation, shall be responsible to its creditors, to the extent of its property, and the stockholders shall be liable to its creditors to the extent of the amount of their respective stock not paid up, and the stockholders shall be individually liable for the debts of the corporation in proportion to the number of shares of stock owned by each. Liability of stockholders. 35. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That this charter and all the privileges and powers herein granted shall continue in force for the term of thirty years, from the first of July, eighteen hundred and sixty. Charter to continue 30 y'rs. from 1st July 1860. 36. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That William H. Brantley, John W. Rabun, James W. Lathrop, Algernon S. Hartridge, Hill Gandy, Geo. Patton, John Cunningham, of the county of Chatham, and David Solomons of the county of Wilkinson, be and are hereby created a body politic and corporate under the name and style of the Oglethorpe Insurance Company of Savannah, to be located at Savannah, with all the powers, privileges, immunities and liabilities which are hereby conferred and imposed on the said Georgia Home Insurance Company, except that the said Oglethorpe Insurance Company shall not have power and be authorized to insure

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in cases of Marine risks, and of life insurance, but have all others powers, and privileges incident to such corporations and not herein and hereby restricted or limited, including Insurance or inland water, transportations, and the right to make such rules and bylaws as may seem necessary or proper for the successful prosecution of the business of insurance, providing for elections and securing and investing the funds of said corporation. Corporators. Oglethorpe Ins. Co. incorporated. located at Savannah, Powers privileges. 37. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of the Oglethorpe Insurance Company of Savannah, shall not be less than five hundred thousand, and may be increased to one million of dollars; the principle office of the same shall be located at Savannah, and all elections for Directors and meetings of stockholders shall also be held at Savannah. Capital stock, $500,000, Elections Savannah. SEC. XII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 12th, 1859. OGLETHORPE INSURANCE COMPANY. [For act to incorporate the Oglethorpe Insurance Company at Savannah, see act No. 221, to incorporate an insurance company in the city of Columbus, to be called the Georgia Home Insurance Company, c.] PULASKI INSURANCE COMPANY. SSc. 38, Corporators--under the name and style of the Pulaski Insurance Company. SSc. 39, As such may hold real estatemake by-laws, c. SSc. 40, Capital stock $200,000$50,000 boing subscribed, the stockholders shall elect 5 directors. SSc. 41, Company may insue for any time, not exceeding 5 yearsto any amount not exceeding $10,000 on any block of wooden buildings, c, SEC. 42, Company to commence business so soon as $50,000 is subscribeddirectors to take notes of stockholders, c. SEC. 43, Any party sustaining a loss to give notice to the agent of the Company within 30 daysagent to assess the amount of damages, c. SEC. 44, Charter continued in force for 20 years. SEC. 45, Company shall not insue more than their capital stock. (No. 222.) An act to incorporate the Pulaski Insurance Company of Hawkinsville, Georgia. 38. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That Seaborn M. Manning, James W. Brown, Orran C. Horne, Cornelius M. Bozeman, John Laidler, Daniel Rawls, and Henry H. Whitfield, and their associates and successors, shall be a corporation, under the name and style of the Pulaski Insurance Company, and shall keep their office at such place as may be agreed upon by the officers therein provided for, and shall elect their own officers, and shall enjoy all the privileges and powers incident to such corporations. Corporators Under the name and style of the Pulaski Ins. Co. 39. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said corporation shall be entitled to hold real and personal estate to any amount necessary for the purposes of the samemay have and use a common seal, and shall have power to make such by-laws, rules and

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regulations, as may be thought proper, not repugnant to the laws of this State, or of the United States. As such may hold real estate. Make by-laws 40. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said corporation shall be two hundred thousand dollars, divided into shares of one hundred dollars each, and a majority of the persons herein named as incorporators, shall constitute a Board of Directors of said corporation, until a Board is elected by the stockholders; and said corporators shall have power to receive subscriptions to the capital stock of said corporation, and as soon as the sum of fifty thousand dollars is subscribed, the said corporators shall call a meeting of the stockholders, and they shall elect five directors of said corporation, each stockholder being entitled to one vote for each share by him subscribed and paid in, or secured in such manner as hereafter provided for. Capital stock $200,000. in shares of $100. $50,000 being subscribed, the stockholders shall elect 5 directors. 41. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said corporation be authorized to insure for any term not exceeding five years, any houses, goods, or other species of property, against loss or damage, by fire or water, and the lives of slaves against death, such damages, loss, or death, not resulting from the carelessness, negligence or design of the party insured, and to any amount not exceeding ten thousand dollars, on any block of wooden buildings, or on any one ship, steamboat, or other vessel for transportation by water. Co. may insure for any time not exceeding five years. To any am't not exceeding $10,000 on any block of wooden buildings. 42. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said corporation shall be authorized to commence business and receive premiums for risk taken, as soon as the amount of fifty thousand dollars is subscribed and secured to to said corporation, or paid in cash, as the board of directors may deem proper; and said corporation by its officers are authorized to take the notes of stock holders for the amount of stock subscribed with not less than two good secnrities, payable to said corporation one day after date, without interest, and said notes shall be the assets and property of said corporation, and each stockholder shall be bound for the liabilities of said corporation, to the full amount of his or her notes, and shall be bound to pay to the Directors of said Company for the use of the same, such instalments or assessments as may be found necessary to carry on the business of the same, and pay losses or other liabilities. And should any stock-holder, or in case of death his legal representative, refuse or fail to pay to said corporation any assessment or instalment, which the Board of Directors may make on his or her note, after thirty days notice of said assessment having been made, he or she shall be liable to a suit therefor, by the corporation, in any court having competent jurisdiction; and judgement against such defendant may be rendered at the first term of the Court. Co. to commence business so soon as $50,000 is subscribed. Directors to take note of stockholders c. In case of failure to pay after 30 days notice Co. to sue c. 43. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted. That whenever any person shall sustain any loss of the property insured by said corporation, he shall within thirty days after his knowledge of said loss, and in case of real estate before any repairs or alterations are made, give notice in writing of the same to some one of the Directors

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or other persons appointed by the Directors, whose duty it shall be to examine at once, the premises where the loss occurred, or otherwise to make satisfactory investigation into the circumstances of the loss; and determine in writing under oath, the amount, if any, of the liabilities of said corporation for such loss. And if the sufferer shall not agree to said estimate, he may within sixty days after he is notified of said estim ate, bring an action of law against said corporatien. If in this suit, he shall not receive as damages more than the amount estimated as aforesaid, he shall be liable for all costs incurred in the suit, and execution shall issue against the corporation, only for such amount as may be allowed after deducting said costs of the suit, but if the amount allowed be greater than the estimate, then the corporation shall be liable for all costs of suit, and in all suits at law, or in equity, prosecuted for or against said corporation, any member thereof not being a party in his individual character to such suit or suits, shall be a competent witness. Any party sustaining loss to give notice to the Ag't of the Co. within 30 days. Ag't to assess the am't of damages. In case of dis-satisfaction, an action may be had at law. 44. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That this charter and all privileges and powers herein granted, shall continue in force for the full term of twenty years. Charter to continue in force for 20 years. 45. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That said corporation shall not insue at any one time more than the amount of their capital stock. Co. shall not insue more than their capital stock. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th 1859. ART. V. INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONS. GEORGIA INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION. SEC. 1. CorporatorsName and style of Georgia Internal Improvement AssociationPowers conferredTo Sue, c. SEC. 2. To hold certain tracts of landTo erect necessary houses, c. SEC. 3. Capital stock $500,000Shares SEC. 3. $100 No alien to hold less than 100 shares, c. SEC. 4. Board of DirectorsElected annually; Stockholders shall have one vote for each share, c. SEC. 5. Exercise these powers so soon as $100,000 of stock is subscribed. (No. 223.) An Act to incorporate the Georgia Internal Improvement Association. WHEREAS, It is important and desirable that the resources of the State of Georgia, especially in its rich mines of gold, silver, copper, lead, iron, coal, marble, lime, and other minerals, as well as its wealth of timber, and ship timber, should be more amply developed and rendered productive, by securing the confidence and eliciting the co-operation of capitalists, and granting to them such reasonable and proper protection as will invite investment for the purposes specified: Preamble. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That E. L. Strohecker, James Dean, Thurston Bloom, O. A. Lochrane, and such other persons as may be associated with them, and their successors in office, be and they are hereby made, constituted, and appointed a body corporate and

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politic, in deed and in law, by the name and style of the Georgia Internal Improvement Association, and as such shall have power to adopt, make, change, and use a common seal, and all such bylaws, rules, and regulations, as they may deem necessary or convenient for the government of the corporation, not repugnant to the laws of the land, or the act of incorporation, and to have perpetual succession of members and officers, conformable to such by-laws, with rights to sue and be sued, to plead and be impleaded in any court of law or equity in this State, and to hold, receive, purchase, sell and convey in fee-simple, or otherwise, lands, tenements, goods and chattels, for the interest and purposes, and under the regulations and restrictions hereinafter mentioned, and generally to have and exercise, use and enjoy all the rights and privileges, and be liable to all the liabilities incident to bodies corporate and politic. Corporators. Name and style of Ga. Int'l. Imp't Association. Powers conferred. To sue c. To hold property c. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said corporators, together with their associates, subscribers, successors, and assigns, shall have full power and authority, and they are hereby authorized and empowered to buy and hold, receive and take, use, and occupy, sell and convey in fee-simple, such lots or tracts, or fractions of land situate and being in any part of said State of Georgia, wherein, or whereon, or in any part whereof, may be found any mine of gold, copper, silver, lead, zinc, iron, or any or all other minerals, whatever, or any quarry of marble, or lime, or of any other such materials, or like substance, valuable or useful for mining purposes, and to work and prepare the same for market, and to build or erect all necessary and convenient houses or buildings, as may be deemed necessary therefor, and in like manner to purchase, sell, or hold in fee-simple, lots, tracts, or fractions of land valuable for cutting lumber or timber, together with such contiguous lands as may be requisite for their complete and perfect enjoyment, and to make, manufacture, and sell the said timber, and build warehouses, shops and mills, essential or requisite for the purposes aforesaid. To hold certain tracts of land. To erect necessary houses To erect manufactories, Mills c. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Association shall be five hundred thousand dollars, with the privilege of extending the same to one million of dollars, to be divided into shares of one hundred dollars each, and no alien subscriber or stockholder, shall at any time hold less than one hundred shares of said stock, and holding the same shall be entitled to all the privileges and immunities of a citizen stockholder in this State, subject to the limitation and restrictions of the by-laws of said corporation; and the capital shares of said Association shall be transferable only on the transfer book, to be kept for that purpose, and each and every stockholder shall be held individually liable, pro rata, according to his number of shares, for all the debts of the corporation; and by order of the Directors, his interest may be sold for the pro rata payment of the debts due by the corporation, at public auction on giving ninety days notice in the nearest public gazette to the place of sale; to be otherwise governed by the law regulating sheriffs' sales in this State. Capital stock $500,000. Shares $100. No alien to hold less than 100 shares. In that case enjoy all privileges. Shares transferable only on transfer book. Liability of stockholders Pro rata. Stock may be levied on. And sold after being advertised 90 days. In nearest gazette.

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4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the affairs of said Association shall be managed by a Board of Directors to consist of seven, and to be elected annually on such day and time as may be fixed by the by-laws, of whom one shall be elected to preside, with the exercise of such powers as shall be conferred by the by-laws; and in elections and meetings of stockholders, each stockholder shall be entitled to one vote for each share of stock he holds, and may be represeated by attorney or proxy appointed in writing, and at the same time and in the same manner, all other officers of the Association appointed by the by-laws shall be elected. Board of Directors. Elected annually. Stockholders shall have vote for each share. May appoint an Att'y, 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the said Georgia Internal Improvement Association shall be entitled to commence operations and exercise the corporate functions herein granted, as soon as the sum of one hundred thousand dollars has been bona fide subscribed upon the books of said Company. Exercise these powers as soon as $100,000 of stock is subscribed. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 19th, 1859. ART. VI. LUMBER DRIFTING ASSOCIATIONS. [For Act to incorporate the Cedar Creek Lumber Drifting Association, see Act No. 229, to incorporate the Etowah and Auraria Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, c.] ART. VII. MANUFACTURING COMPANIES. CHEROKEE MANUFACTURING COMPANY. SEC. 1. Cherokee Manufacturing Company incorporatedPowers. SEC. 2. Location. SEC. 3. StockShares. SEC. 4. Powers. SEC. 5. PowersOfficersBonds. SEC. 6. Liability of Stockholders. SEC. 7. Where suedHow sued. SEC. 8. Incorporated for thirty yearsProviso. (No. 224.) An Act to incorporate the Cherokee Manufacturing Company, located in Cherokee county, Georgia, and to define the rights, privileges, and liabilities of the same. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Samuel M. McConnell, Henry Strickland, Joshua Roberts, Elias E. Field, Elijah M. Field, James McConnell and Alfred M. Eastman, and their associates, successors and assigns, be and they are hereby created and declared to be a body politic and corporate, by the name and style of the Cherokee Manufacturing Company, and may, in and by that name, contract and be contracted with, sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, in any court of competent jurisdiction, either of law or equity in this State. Cherokee manufactur'g. Co. incorp'd. Powers. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the manufacturing building or buildings, machinery, offices, work-shops, stores, dwellings, and other buildings necessary for or pertaining to the legitimate business of said Company, shall be located upon lot of land number

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four hundred and sixty-eight, (468) of the twenty-first (21st) District and second (2d) Section, of originally and now Cherokee county, or upon any other lot, tract, or parcel of land contiguous or adjoining thereto, which the said Company may acquire or legally be possessed of by purchase, or otherwise. Location 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company may consist of the lot of land described in the second section of this act, together with the mills, buildings, and all improvements thereon, and of all other property, real, personal, or mixed, which the said Company may acquire or be legally possessed of, by purchase or otherwise; and shall be divided into or represented by two thousand shares of fifty dollars each. Stock. Shares. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power, and are hereby authorized to manufacture any and all manner of fabrics made of iron or steel, or other metal, or of wood, wool, cotton, grain, or any other material or materials, and to vend the products thereof, and buy and sell such goods and commodities as may be necessary for carrying on their business. Powers. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have the right to hold and enjoy, purchase or sell, and convey, all such estate and property, whether real, personal, or mixed as they may desire or find necessary or convenient, in the manufacturing business; to establish and enforce such by-laws, rules and regulaions, not inconsistent with the Constitution or laws of this State r of the United States, for their own government in the transacon of business, as they may from time to time see fit to make, and be same to alter and amend at pleasure; to make, have and use a mmon seal, and to alter and change the same at pleasure; to emoy such officers and agents as they may desire, and to require of lem such affidavits, bond or bonds, with such security for the [Illegible Text] discharge of duty, as their by-laws may direct. Powers. By-laws. Seal. Officers. Bonds. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the private property of the stockholders of said Company shall be bound and liable for the payment of all the debts of said Company, in proportion to the amount of stock owned by each, at the time such debt may be contracted. Liability of stockholders. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the office of said Company shall be kept at or near the place where the manufacturing business of the Company is carried on, in said county of Cherokee; in which county all suits at law or equity, except suits touching titles to land against the Company, must be brought; and all suits, processes, summons, mandates, and notices, must be served; and the service of a copy of any such writ, bill, process, summons, mandate or notice, by the sheriff of said county, or any other lawful officer either personally, upon the President or any other officer of the Company resident of said county, or by leaving the same at his or their most notorious place of abode therein, shall be held and deemed sufficient service in such case against the Company. Where sued How sued.

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8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That all and singular the powers, privileges, immunities and franchises, in and by this act granted, shall inure to and be enjoyed by the said Company, for and during the term of thirty years from the date of the approval of this act; Provided, nevertheless, That the General Assembly expressly reserve the power, to be exercised at any time within that period, when, in their opinion, the public good may require it, to alter, amend, or totally repeal this charter, and to recall and annul the said powers, privileges, immunities, and franchises. Incorp'td for 30 years. Proviso. Approved December 19th, 1859. AUGUSTA FACTORY. SEC. 9. McBean Company of Augusta changed to the Augusta Factory, and authorized to manufacture in Augusta. (No. 225.) An act to amend the charter of the McBean Company, granted February 11 th, 1850. * * McBean Company chartered 1850, pamph. 255. SEC. IX. The General Assembly do enact, That from and imediately after the passage of this act, James Hope, William E. Jackson, and their present associates in the manufacturing business, to wit: James Hope, Artemus Gould and Joseph E. Fargo, as executors of the last will and testament of George M. Newton, decease Henry H. Cumming, William M. D'Antignac Lambeth Hopki Edward Thomas, Germain T. Dortic, Thomas Barrett, Benjar H. Warren, Wllliam A. Beall, George W. Evans and Charles Jenkins, and their successors be, and they are hereby authorized conduct their manufacturing operations under the aforesaid char of the McBean Company, within the limits of the city of August in said State, and that their corporate name be, and is herel changed to that of the Augusta Factory. McBean Co. of Augusta changed to the Augusta Manufactory, and authorized to manufacture in Augusta. APPROVED, December 17th, 1859. MONTOUR MANUFACTURING COMPANY. SEC. 10. Waley changed to FraleyMontrose changed to MontourPrivileges continued. SEC. 11. OperativesWorking hours. (No. 226.) An act to change the name of the Montrose Manufacturing Company of Sparta, Hancock county, * * Montrose Manufacturing Company incorporated 1856, pamph. 452. to that of the Montour Manufacturing Company; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, by an act assented to on the fifth day of March, 1856, in the sixth section thereof, William Fraley and others were incorporated under the name of the Montour Manufacturing Company,

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located in Sparta Hancock county, with all the rights, privileges and liabilities hitherto granted to, or imposed upon companies in this State, organized for the manufacture of yearns and other cotton goods, the capital stock of such Company to be thirty five thousand dollars; and whereas in the engrossing and enrolling of said act, the name of William Fraley was changed to that of William Waley, and the name of the Montour Company was changed to that of the Montrose Company. [Illegible Text] 10. SEC. I. Be it therefore enacted, That from the passage of this act, the above recited act in the section specified, shall read in the first line of said Section, William Fraley instead of William Waley; and in the second line of said section, it shall read Montour, instead of Montrose; and that all the privileges and immunities granted by the above recited act, be, and the same are hereby conferred unto said Company as fully as if the errors herein corrected had never been committed. Changed to Fraley, Montrouse changed to Montour. Privileges continued. 11. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the said Montour Company shall have the power to employ the operatives in said Company's Factory, during the period of the year between the 20th day of September and the 20th day of March, in each, from sunrise until half past seven o'clock, P. M., allowing the usual time for meals. All conflicting laws to the contrary notwithstanding. Operatives, working hours. Approved Dec. 10th, 1859. MARIETTA PAPER MILL COMPANY. 12. CorporatorsMarietta Paper Mill Co. incorporatedprivilegesOfficers. 13. May erect other mills, and establish a store in Marietta. 14. StockshareselectionProxy. 15. Shares transferableManner of selling and transferring StockProviso. 16. OfficersDuties of President. 17. Dividens to be made only from net profits. 18. Stock may be raised to $50,000. 19. Office of Company in MariettaHow said Co. may be sued. 20. Said Co. to exist 30 years. 21. Charter may be altered. 22. Liability of stockholders. (No. 227.) An act to incorporate the Marietta Paper Mill Company, and for other purposes. [WHEREAS, the erection of mills for the manufacturing of the various kinds of printing, writing and wrapping paper, contributes to the convenience of a neighborhood, and is generally conducive to the welfare of a State; and whereas certain individuals hereinafter named, have erected a paper mill on Soap's creek, in the county of Cobb, and are desirous of being incorporated under the name of the Marietta Paper Mill Company. Preamble. 12. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That William Phillips, Thomas L. Waterman, John R. Winters, Andrew S. Edmunson, Moses B. Whitmore, Napoleon B. Greene, James L. Bird and Isaac Sewell, with all such persons as are now, or hereafter may become stockholders in said Company, be, and they are hereby incorporated and made a body politic, by the name and style of the Marietta Paper Mill Company;] and by that name shall be, and are hereby made

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able and capable, in law, to have, purchase, and receive and retain to them and their successors, such lands, rents, tenements and hereditaments, goods and chattels as may be necessary for the purposes of said Company, and effects what kind soever, and the same to sell, grant, demise and alien, or dispose of; to sue and be sued; plead and be impleaded; answer and to re-answer; defend and to be defended in any court of law or equity; and have and use a common seal, and the same to change or alter at their pleasure; to make and execute contracts, bonds, under seal or not under seal, and with or without their corporate seal, and all such instruments in writing, and contracts under seal, or otherwise; all deeds to or from said body corporate shall be signed or executed through and with such officer or agent as said body corporate shall appoint and direct; and to ordain, establish, and put in execution, such by-laws and regulations as shall seem fit and convenient, for the said Corporation; and to select and appoint all such officers and servants as may be necessary for the discharge of the business of said Company. Corporators. Marietta Paper mill Co. incorporated. Privileges. Officers. 13. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That if the said Corporation shall at any time hereafter deem it advisable for the benefit of the stockholders to erect, construct, and work another or other Paper Mills, for the manufactury of paper, or one or more mills for the sawing of lumber, ginning of cotton or grinding and preparing corn or other grain, or to establish a store in the city of Marrietta, for the purpose of carrying on a general mercantile business for the benefit of said Company, and connected with the business of said Company heretofore speecified, that then, and in such cases, the said Corporation shall hold and work the same with like privileges that are hereinbefore granted for the erecting, holding and working the same Paper Mills. May erect other mills and establish a store in Marietta. 14. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be twenty-seven thousand three hundred dollars, which shall be divided into shares of one hundred dollars each, and consist of the property in Cobb county, now held and owned by the said Company, and such other property and money, as is now or as may hereafter be associated and connected therewith, by said Company, and certificates of stock shall be issued to the present stockholders, for the amount each stockholder has already contributed. The number of votes in electing officers, deciding upon business transactions, employing agents to transact the business of said Company, (at the meetings of the Scockholders) shall be according to the number of shares he shall hold; each share to be entitled to one vote, and all questions shall be decided by a majority, and any stockholder may cast the vote of any other stockholder, as he may be instructed by him. Stock, Shares. Elections. Proxy. 15. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the shares of the said Company shall be considered and held, in law, as personal property, and may be sold and transferred upon the Books of the Company by scrips, or assigned and bequeathed by the proprieetors thereof, as stock; and that if any stockholder desire to sell a part or the whole of the stock so owned or controlled by him, he

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shall first give the other stockholders notice and an opportuny to purchase the same, at the same rates as any other person; and no transfer of stock shall be considered as binding upon the Company, unless entered in a book or books kept for that purpose by the Company, by personal entry of the stockholder, his legal representative or attorney, duly authorized by special power for that purpose: Provided, that no stockholder indebted to the Company, shall transfer his or her stock until all debts due said Company by said stockholders shall be paid. Sheres transferab'e. Manner of selling and [Illegible Text] stock. Proviso. 16. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the officers of said Company shall consist of a President, to be chosen by the stockholders in the manner aforesaid, at their annual meetings to be held at the office of the said Company, on the first Monday in July, in each year, whose duty it shall be to issue and sign certificates of stock as the stockholders may direct; keep the books and make all necessary entries of the proceedings of the meeting of the stockholders, and all entries of transfer of stock, and be clothed with such other powers and duties as the Company may prescribe in their by-laws. Officers. Duties of President. 17. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That no dividend shall be declared or paid by the said Company, except from net profits of the business. Dividends to be made only from net profits. 18. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That said Company may by a vote of a majority of stockholders, voting as prescribed by this act, raise their capital stock to fifty thousands dollars, or to any other sum not exceeding fifty thousand dollars, as they may deem necessary and convenient for their business. Stock may be raised to $50,000. 19. SEC. 8. Be it further enacted, That the office of said Company, shall be kept in the city of Marietta, Cobb county, at which place all suits of law or equity, except suits touching titles to land, against the Company must be brought, and all suits processes summonses, mandates and notices must be served; and the service of a copy of any such writ, bill, process, summons, mandate and notice by the Sheriff of said county, or any other lawful officer, either personally upon the President of said Company, resident of said county, or by leaving the same at his most notorious place of residence in said county, shall be sufficient service. Office of Co. in Marietta. How said Co. may be used. 20. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That the said corporation shall exist and exercise all the privileges hereby conferred, for the term of thirty years from the passage of this act. Said Co. to exist 30 years. 21. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the foregoing charter may be altered, amended, or annulled by the authority of the same. Charter may be altered. 22. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That each stockholder shall be individually liable for the debts of the Company, to the amount only of the stock held by each. Liability of Stockholders. Approved, December 19th, 1859.

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ART. VIII. MINING COMPANIES. CANE CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. SEC. 1, Corporatorscorporate namepowers. SEC. 2, Power over Cane creek, SEC. 3, Ditches. canals, where [Illegible Text]proviso. SEC. 4, Damages, how settledaward, filed in Clerk's officedamages c. SEC. 5, May pass over lands of unknown ownersdamages settled after owner is foundproviso. SEC. 6, Capital stock $100,000liabilities of stockholders. SEC. 7, Officerslocation of Company Dahlonega. SEC. 8, Right to appeal reserved. SEC. 9, Penalty for injuring Company. SEC. 10, Corporatorsimmunitiesliabilitiesstock. SEC. 11, Powers over Mill, Lilley and Fletcher's creek. (No. 228.) An act to incorporate the Cane creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, of the county of Lumpkin, to incorporate the Etowah and Battle Branch Hydraulic Mining Company, and for other purposes therein specified. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That Hezekiah Kelly, Walter B. Smith, and their assigns, associates, and successors, shall be a body politic and corporate, under and by the name and style of the Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, of the county of Lumpkin, and by said corporate name shall be capable in law to purchase, accept, hold, and convey, real and personal estate, make contracts, sue and be sued, to make by-laws, rules, and regulations for its government, and to do all other acts properly incident to a corporation, and necessary and proper to be done for the transaction and prosecution of the business and enterprise hereinafter specified. Said corporation is further authorised to have and use a common corporate seal. Corporators. Corporate name. Powers. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have the right and authority to drain and turn the waters of said Cane Creak, in said county of Lumpkin, out of its original channel or bed, at any point or place on said Creek, between the place where the public road leading from Auraria to Dahlonega in said county crosses said Cane creek, by a ditch or acqueduct of any kind, so as to conduct said water to pounding or stamping Mills of any kind, and for the purpose of mining for and obtoining gold, according to the process known as the Hydraulic Mining process. Power over Cane Creek. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have the right to conduct the water of said Cane creek and its branches, by means of ditches, canals, and acqueducts, through and over all such land, as over and through which it may be necessary to pass, in order to accomplish said mining purposes, and to erect such dams, ditches, c., as the security and permanence of said work may require; Provided, said company shall pay the owners of any and all lands over and through which it may be necessary to pass as aforesaid, or upon which it may be necessary to

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erect dams, ditches, or other structures, for all wood or other material, and in the construction of said works, together with such damages, for the use of said land, and waters, as said land owners and said Company may agree upon. Ditches, Canals, where dug. Proviso. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That if the owners of said lands as over which it may become necessary for said Company to conduct said water, and upon which to construct its dams, ditches, c., and said Company shall fail to agree, then, and in that event, the value of the material to be used, and the damages contemplated in the third section of this act, shall be ascertained and awarded by three free holders of said county of Lumpkin, under the following rules and regulations: one of said free-holders shall be chosen by said Company, one by said land owner or owners, and the other appointed by the Inferior Court of said county of Lumpkin, which appointment may be made by said court in vacation; and if said land owner or owners shall fail or refuse after five days notice from said Company, to appoint such free holders, then, and in that event, said Inferior Court shall appoint two. Said free holders thus appointed shall be sworn fairly to estimate and award such damages and value, and shall enter upon and view such land, and assess and award the same in writing, the concurrence of any two in an award being sufficient; said award being thus made, shall be returned to, filed and recorded in the clerk's office of the superior court of said county, and the payment or tender of the damages and value thus assessed by said Company, shall vest in it all the rights contemplated by the several sections of this act; Provided, that if either said Company or said land owners, shall be dissatisfied with said award, such dissatisfied party may within ten days after the same is filed in said Clerk's office, enter an appeal therefrom; which appeal shall be tried before a special Jury, at the next succeeding term of the Superior Court, unless good cause is shown for continuance; and Provided, also, that said Company shall have the right, pending any such appeal, upon filing in said clerk's office its bond, with ample security, to pay all such damages as may be finally assessed to prevent its work through and upon the land necessary to be used as aforesaid. Damages, how settled. Rules. Award filed in Clerk's Office. Damages paid, rights vest. Appeal. Proviso. 5. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That if said Company in the prosecution of the works contemplated by this act, shall find it necessary to pass over, use, and appropriate any lands, the owner or owners of which are to them unknown, said Company shall have the right to enter upon and use the said land; and if the owner or owners should afterwards present their claims for damages, the same shall be assessed and provided in the fourth section of this act; said freeholders making their award upon the condition of said land, prior to the improvements of said Company thereon, and said damages and value shall in no event be enhanced or increased thereby. May pass over land of unknown owner. Damages settled after owner is found. Proviso. 6. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be one hundred thousand dollars, with the privilege to said Company to increase the same to two hundred

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thousand, to be divided into such number of shares as said Company may by its own by-laws, rules and regulations provide, and that the stockholders in said Company shall be bound for the debts thereof, in proportion to the number and amount of said shares held by them respectively. Capital stock $100,000. Liability of Stockholders. 7. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That said Company may by its own by-laws, rules, and regulations, prescribe the number, title, compensation, and term of office, and mode and time of election of its own officers, and that its office shall be held and kept in the town of Dahlonega, in the county of Lumpkin, which shall for all purposes be held and considered its location. Officers. Location of Company Dahlonega. 8. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the General Assembly reserve the right to repeal, alter, or modify, this charter at its pleasure. Right to repeal reserved. 9. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That if any person or persons shall willfully and maliciously destroy, or in any manner hurt, damage, injure, or obstruct, or shall counsel, aid or assist, or advise, any person or persons, in any manner, to hurt, damage, injure or obstruct said works, or any of the appurtenances or appendages thereunto belonging or appertaining, such person or persons so offending, shall be liable to be indicted for a misdemeanor, and on conviction shall be imprisoned at hard labor in the penitentiary, at the discretion of the Court, for a term not more than five years, nor less than one year, and shall further be liable to pay all expenses of repairing or rebuilding the same. Penalty for injuring company. 10. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That Hezekiah Kelly, Reuben S. Denny, Arthur M. Easterling, and their associates, be, and they are hereby made a body politic and corporate, under the name and style of the Etowah and Battle Branch Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, with all the privileges, rights, and immunities except so far as the same relates to the draining of Cane creek, and shall be subject to all the liabilities and restrictions continued in the several sections of the before recited act, and whose capital stock shall be one hundred thousand dollars, with the privilege of increasing the same to five hundred thousand dollars. Corporators. Immunities. Liabilities. Stock. 11. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That the said Etowah and Battle Branch Hydraulic Mining Company shall have the right and privilege to make and construct all channels, ditches, canals, and acqueducts, necessary for the purpose of directing the waters of Mill Creek, Lilley's Creek, and Fletcher's Creek, from their natural channels, to be used for the purposes of said Company, in mining or working for gold, or any other valuable mineral, according to the Hydraulic process, in the county of Lumpkin, in said State, by complying with the provisions of the before recited act. Power over Mill, Lilly's and Fletecher's Creek. SEC. XII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 13th, 1859.

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CAVENDERS CREEK, AND WARD'S CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. [For act to incorporate the Cavenders creek and Ward's creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, see act No. 228, to incorpate the Chestatee River and Town creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, c.] CHESTATEE RIVER AND TOWN CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. SEC. 12, Corporatorspurpose and powers. SEC. 13, May buy, hold, or sell real estate. SEC. 14, Dams, acqueducts, cdamages, how assessedaward of judgmentappeal, c SEC. 15, Capital stockliability of stockholders. SEC. 16, Officersappointment---dutiessalaries and liabilitiesdividendsmanner of transferring stock, c. SEC. 17, Location of Company Dahlonega. SEC. 18, Corporatorspurposes and powersproviso. SEC. 19, May buy, hold, and sell real estate. SEC. 20, Dams, canals, cdamages, how assessedappealhow work may proceed after appeal. SEC. 21, Capital stockliability of stockholders. SEC. 22, Officersduties, salaries, liabilities, cdividends, and manner of transferring stock. SEC. 23, Location of Company Dahlonega. (No. 229.) An act to incorporate the Chestatee River and Town Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, and to incorporate the Cavender's Creek and Ward's Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company. 12. SEC. I, Be it enacted, That Marinus H. Van Dyke, Benjamin Hamilton, John Van Nest, John Haygood, McKinney, and such other persons as they may associate with them and their successors and assigns, shall be, and they are hereby declared to be (so soon as they shall organize under the provisions of this act,) a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of the Chestatee River and Town creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, for the purpose of directing or turning the waters of said streams by dam, ditch, or acqueduct of any kind, so as to work for gold, or any other valuable mineral, according to the Hydraulie process, in said State, on any land that they now own, or that they may become possessed of, either by foreclosure or lease, and by that name may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answered unto, in any Court of Law or Equity in this State, having competent jurisdiction, and shall enjoy perpetual succession of officers and members, may have and use a common seal, and alter the same at plassure, may make, ordain, and establish, such by-laws, rules, and regulations as they may deem expedient and necessary to carry into effect the objects and purposes of the Company; Provided, such by-laws, rules, and regulations, are not inconsistent with the laws of this State, or of the United States, and

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the said Company shall use, exercise, and enjoy, all the rights, privileges, and franchises, which are incident to corporations. Corporators. Purpose and powers. By-laws. 13. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the corporation above named, and hereby created, shall, by its corporate name, be capable in law of purchasing, holding, selling, and conveying, any real or personal estate, which may be necessary to enable said corporation effectually to carry on the operations before named, in the first section of this act. May buy, hold or sell real estate. 14. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the said corporation, for the purpose of more effectually carrying out the objects and purposes of Hydraulic Hose Mining, as contemplated in the first section of this act, shall have power and authority to construct the said dams, acqueducts, tressell work, and flumes, to enable said Company to convey the waters of the said Chestatee river and town creek to their mines, over and through any lands within said county of Lumpkin, subject nevertheless at all times to the payment of any and all damages that the owner, or owners of any lands through which said acqueduct, or acqueducts, may pass, said owner or owners may appoint one person, he being a free-holder, the inferior court of said county, one other person being a free holder, and said company, a third person who shall also be a free holder; and it shall be the duty of said arbitrators to adjudge, settle, and award, all such damages as in their judgment shall be just and right, and shall return the same by certificate under their hands and seals, to the clerk of the superior court of said county of Lumpkin, whose duty it shall be to enter the same of record on the minutes of said court, as judgment against the party cast in damages, and costs, which said judgment may be collected, in the same manner as other judgments of said court, subject, however, to the right of appeal by either party, within four days after giving notice of the same, but such appeal shall in no way interfere with the progress or construction of any of the works on said company, unless said company should refuse or neglect to deposite the amount of said judgment or award with the clerk of said court, or file satisfrctory bond and security, with the said clerk, to await the final judgment of the court. Dams, aqueducts c. Damages, how assessed. Award a judgment. Appeal. How work may proceed. 15. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said company shall be five hundred thousand dollars, with privilege to increase the same to two million of dollars, divided into such number of shares as shall be provided for, and fixed, by the by-laws of said company, and the stockholders in said company shall be liable pro rata, for the debts of said company, to the amount of the stock by them respectively held, but for no greater amount. Capital stock. Liabilities of Stockholders. 16. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the by-laws of said company may fix and declare the number of its officers, and agents, that the said company may deem necessary for carrying out the objects thereof, and shall regulate and prescribe the manner in which the same shall be appointed, their duties, salaries, and liabilities, and shall fix the time for, and manner of paying dividends, and

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the regulations to be observed in transferring the stock of said company, by any member thereof, who may wish to transfer his, or their stock. Officers, appointment, duties, salaries and liabilities. Dividends and manner of transferring stock c. 17. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That said company shall keep an office at Dahlonega, in the county of Lumpkin, which shall be considered for all judicial purposes its location. Location of Company Dahlonega. 19. SEC. VII. And be further enacted, That Richard Wilchel, William Anderson, sr., Doctor M. H. Van Dyke, and Benjam in Parks, sr., of the county of Lumpkin, and such other persons as they may associate with them and their successors and assigns, shall be, and they are hereby declared to be, so soon as they shall organize under the provisions of this act, a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of the Cavender's creek and Ward's creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, for the purpose or diverting or turning the waters of said creeks by a dam or dams, ditches or acqueducts of any kind, so as to work for gold or any other valuable minerals, according to the Hydraulic process, in the county of Lumpkin, on any lands that they now own, or that they may become possessed of, either by purchase or lease, and by that name may sue and sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answerunto, in any court of law or equity in this State, having competent jurisdiction, and shall enjoy perpetual succession of officers and members, may have and use a common seal, and alter the same at pleasure, may make, ordain, and establish such by-laws, rules and regulations, as they may deem expedient and necessary to carry into effect the objects and purposes of the company; Provided, such by-laws, rules, and regulations are not inconsistent with the laws of this State, or of the United States; and the said company shall use, exercise, and enjoy, all the rights, privileges, and franchises which are incident to corporations. Corporators. Purposes and powers. Proviso. 19. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the corporation above named and hereby created, shall, by its corporate name, be capable in law of purchasing, holding, selling, and conveying any real estate, which may be necessary to enable the said corporation effectually to carry on the operations named in the first section of this act. May buy, hold and sell real estate. 20. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That the said corporation, for the purpose more effectually of carrying out the objects and purposes as contemplated in the first section of this act, shall have power and authority to construct their said dams, canals, acqueducts, trussel work, and flumes, to enable the said company to convey the waters of said creeks over and through any lands within said county of Lumpkin, subject nevertheless at all times to the payment of any and all damages therefor, that the inferior court of the said county of Lumpkin shall appoint one person, the owner of any land through which the works of the company may pass, shall appoint another person, and said company a third person, and it shall be the duty of the arbitrators so chosen, to settle, adjudge, and award all such damages, returning the same under their hands, and seal, to the clerk of the Superior Court of said county of

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Lumpkin, and such judgment and award shall be final, unless within in four days after the rendering of such judgment either party appeal to the Superior Court of said county; which appeal shall be governed by the same rules and regulations as govern in other cases of appeal, but in no case of an appeal shall the works of the said company be hindered or stopped in their progress of construction, unless said company refuse or neglect to deposite with the clerk of the superior court of said county of Lumpkin, the amount of the award or damages assessed by said arbitrators. Dams, canals c. Damages, how assessed. Appeal. How work may proceed after appeal. 21. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said company shall be twenty-five thousand dollars, divided into such number of shares as shall be provided for and fixed by the by-laws of said company; and the stockholders in said company shall be liable pro rata, for the debts of said company, to the amount of the stock by them respectively held, but for no greater amount. Capital stock. [Illegible Text] of Stockholders. 22. SEC. XI. And be it further enacted, That the by laws of said company may fix and declare the number of its officers and agents, that the said company may deem necessary for carrying out the objects thereof, and shall regulate and prescribe the manner in which the same shall be appropriated, their duties, salaries and liabilities, and shall fix the time for, and manner of, paying dividends, and regulations to be observed in transferring the stock of said company, by any member thereof, who may wish to transfer his, her, or their stock. Officers. [Illegible Text] salaries, liabilities. Dividends and manner of transferring stock. 23. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, by the authority aforesaid, That the said company shall keep an office at Dahlonega, in the county of Lumpkin, which shall be considered for all judicial purposes, its location. Location of Company Dahlonega. SEC. XIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859. ETOWAH AND AURARIA HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. 24. IncorporatedPurposePowers and Privileges. 25. May purchase, sell, c., real estate as much as may be needed. 26. Stock $1,000,000Shares how settled Personal liability. 27. Power over vacant landsDamagesHow determined --- Execution to issue on the award---How collected---Appeal. 28. Right of way---How to secure it. 29. Lateral ditches---May turn streams from their natural channels----Proviso. 30. Location Dahlonega. 31. Appeal not to stop work- -Proviso. 32. Penalty for injuring in any way the works of the Company. 33. Character of arbitrators. 34. Cedar Creek Lumber Drifting Association incorporated---Powers. 35. May charge for floating lumber down Cedar Creek. (No. 230.) An Act to incorporate the Etowah and Auraria Hydraulic Hose Mining Company; and also to incorporate the Cedar Creek Lumber Drifting Association. 24. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That Dr. Marinus H. Van Dyke, and such persons as he may associate with him, and their successors

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and assigns, shall be, and they are hereby declared (as soon as they shall organize under this act,) a body corporate and politic, under the name and style of The Etowah and Auraria Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, for the purpose of directing and turning the waters of the Etowah River, Nimble Will Creek, and Jones' Creek from their natural channel, by dam or dams, ditch, or aqueduct of any kind, to work for gold or any other valuable minerals, according to the Hydraulic Hose Mining system, in the county of Lumpkin, State of Georgia, on any lands said Company may now own, or may hereafter own, or that they may become possessed of, either by purchase or lease; and by that name may sue or be sued, plead or be impleaded, answer or be answered unto, in any court of law or equity in this State, having competent jurisdiction, and shall enjoy perpetual succession of officers and members, may have and use a common seal, and alter the same at pleasure; may make, ordain, and establish such by-laws, rules and regulations, as they may deem expedient and necessary to carry into effect the objects of the Company; Provided, such by-laws, rules, and regulations are not inconsistent with the Constitution and Laws of this State, nor with the Constitution and Laws of the United States. Incorporated. purpose. Powers and privileges. 25. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the aforesaid Company, hereby created, shall by its corporate name be capable in law of purchasing, owning, selling, and conveying, any real or personal estate, which may be necessary to enable said corporation efficiently to carry on the operations mentioned in the first section of this act. May purchase, sell c. real estate as much as may be needed. 26. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be one million of dollars, which capital stock of said Company may be divided into such number of shares as may be determined upon by a vote or votes of three-fourths of the stockholders at a regular meeting of said stockholders, to be ascertained by the rules and by-laws of said Company, all parties at interest first having notice of the time and place of such meeting, and the stockholders in said Company shall be liable, pro rata, for the debts of said Company, to the amount of the stock by them respectively held, but for no greater amount. Stock $1,000,000. Shares, how settled. Personal liability. 27. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall power and authority to construct by, through, or over any vacant lands unrepresented by owners, in said county of Lumpkin, their main canals, ditches, flooms, or aqueducts, by diverting the streams of the said Etowah River, Nimble Will Creek, and Jones' Creek from their natural channels, at any point or points, as may be necessary for the purpose of developing the mineral resources of the adjacent lands, subject to such damages or compensation to the legal owners of such vacant lands (should such non-residents appear and assert their rights,) as are reasonable and just, to be adjudged of and determined by three freeholders of said Company, one chosen by said Company, one by the claimant, and the third chosen by Inferior Court of said county; and on their judgment being returned duly certified to the Clerk of the Superior Court of said county of

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Lumpkin, (and said arbitrators are hereby authorized and required to certify and return their said judgment, and all the proceedings in the case, to the Clerk as aforesaid,) said Clerk shall issue execution against the party cast, for all costs and damages; and said execution may be enforced under the same rules and laws that now govern the collection of money by execution in this State, unless the party against whom said arbitrators find, shall enter an appeal in said Clerk's office, within four days from the return and entry of said judgment, which appeal may be entered under the regulations as govern other cases of appeal. Powers over vacant lands. Damages. How [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text] to issue upon the award. How collected. Appeal. 28. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That should any person or persons refuse to grant the right of way to said Company, or prevent or obstruct the same, in any manner, from the successful prosecution of said operation, for the development of the mineral resources of any lands adjacent to said streams, said Company, before exercising the right of way, or any other necessary privilege as aforesaid, and said person or persons so objecting shall each choose an arbitrator, and the Inferior Court of said county a third person, or umpire, who shall all be freeholders of said county, who shall proceed to examine the premises through, or over which said Company propose to pass, or on which they propose to operate, and said arbitrators shall assess the amount of damages to be paid by said Company, to such person or persons, for the right and privileges aforesaid, which, in all cases, shall be paid by said Company before they are or shall be authorized to proceed; should such person or persons refuse to receive such compensation, then said Company are authorized to deposit the amount of said damages, and all costs which have accrued, in the Clerk's office of the Superior Court of said county of Lumpkin, and take a certificate from said Clerk to that effect, and then proceed with said operation; should such person or persons owning lands aforesaid, fail or refuse to choose a freeholder, as provided in this section, within three days after being notified so to do, then the Inferior Court of said county on being satisfied of such failure or refusal, shall on application of said Company, appoint said arbitrator for said delinquent, and said appointment shall bind said delinquent person or persons as effectually as though chosen by him or themselves. Right of way. How to secure it. 29. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That said Company, themselves, their agents, or superintendents, or either of them, shall have full power and authority to turn the water from said ditch or ditches, by lateral ditehes, or otherwise, to be used by them for mining purposes, (in such manner as they may determine on,) on any lot or lots that they may have jurisdiction, and to cause such water so turned, to flow off and pass over any other lot or lots belonging to any person or persons, whomsoever, Provided, that if any person or persons owning or possessing any of said lots over which said lateral ditches may pass, or over or through which said water so turned should flow, said person or persons shall be entitled to compensation for damages, in the same manner as is set forth in the previous sections of this act. Lateral ditches, Proviso

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And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power and authority to divert any running stream of water from its natural and ordinary course to supply said main or lateral ditches with water for the purpose aforesaid; Provided, that any person or persons, owners of lots of land on said streams, so diverted, shall be damaged by said diversion, that such person or persons shall be entitled to compensation in the same manner as is set forth in the previous sections of this act. May turn streams from their natural channels. Proviso. 30. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall keep an office at Dahlonega, in said county, which shall be considered for all judicial purposes, its location. Location Dahlonega. 31. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the entering of an appeal, in all cases provided for in this act, shall in no case prevent the Company from proceeding with the work and opening their aqueduct through the lands in question, or depositing with the Superintendent of the Branch Mint of the United States, at Dahlonega, or with such other proper person as the Superior Court of said Company may direct, the sum found by the arbitrators, to be held subject to the final order of said Court; And provided further, that the Judge, in vacation, shall have the power to pass the proper order in reference to the deposit of the money, so as not to hinder the progress of the work till a regular term of the Court. Appeal not to stop work. Proviso. 32. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That if any person or persons shall wilfully and maliciously destroy, or in any manner hurt, damage, injure, or obstruct, or shall council, aid, or assist, or advise any person or persons in any manner, to hurt, damage, injure or obstruct said Company's ditch, tressle work, flooms, or dams, or any of the appurtenances thereunto belonging or appertaining, such person or persons so offending, shall be liable to be indicted for a misdemeanor, and on conviction shall be fined and imprisoned, or either, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for injuring in any way the works of the Co. 33. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That the arbitrators above mentioned and provided for in this act, shall be disinterested persons residing in the county where the land lies, or the issue or issues originate. Charactes of arbitrators. 34. SEC. XI. And be it enacted, c., That Norman McDuffie and James D. Gibbs, of Wilcox county, and their associates, shall be, and they are hereby declared to be a body politic, under the name and style of the Cedar Creek Lumber Drifting Association, and capable of sueing and being sued, and having and using a common seal. Cedar Creek Lumber drifting associa'n incorporated. Powers. 35. SEC. XII. And be it further enacted, That the said Association shall have the right to improve the navigation of said Cedar Creek, and charge for the right and use of floating timber down the said creek to the Ocmulgee River. May charge for floating lumber down Cedar Creek. SEC. XIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 7th, 1859.

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ETOWAH AND BATTLE BRANCH HYDRAULIC MINING COMPANY. [For Act to incorporate the Etowah and Battle Branch Hydraulic Mining Company, see Act No. 227, to incorporate the Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, c.] GEORGIA WHITEPATH GOLD AND COPPER COMPANY. SEC. 36. Georgia Whitepath Gold and Copper Company, Act of February 18th, 1856, amended. SEC. 37. Powers of Company over vacant lands in Gilmer, damages, how settled, judgment final and in writing, c. SEC. 38. How settle disputes about right of way. SEC. 39. Penalty of wilfully injuring Companies works. SEC. 40. Appeal not to stop Company's works, Proviso. (No. 231.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act, to incorporate the Georgia Whitepath Gold and Copper Company, approved Feb. 18 th, 1856. * * Georgia Whitepath Gold and Copper Company, incorporated 1856, pamphlet 447-8. 36. SECTION 1. Be it enacted, c., That the above entitled act of incorporation, be amended to read as follows: [Illegible Text] Whitepath Gold and Copper Co., Act of Feb. 13 1856 amended 37. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power to locate and construct by, through, or over any vacant lands within the county of Gilmer, not represented by legal owner or owners, their main canal, ditch, flume, tressel work, or acqeduct, by diverting the streams of Rock Creek and Briar Creek, in said county of Gilmer, or their tributary branches from their natural course, at such point or points, as may be necessary for the purpose of working and developing the mineral resources of the adjacent land; and any owner or owners, of such vacant lands, upon appearing and making out their claims to such vacant lands shall be entitled to such damages from said Company as shall be adjudged reasonable and just between the parties; said claim or title, and the damages aforesaid to be determined and ascertained by three free holders, one of whom shall be chosen by the claimant the other by the Company, and the third by the first two chosen by the parties and their finding; and judgment shall be final between said parties, and said judgment of said arbitrators shall be returned in writing certified under their hands and seals to the Clerk of the Superior Court of the county of Gilmer, and entered by him of record on the minutes of the Court, upon which said Clerk may issue execution against the party cast for damages and cost, unless the party against whom said arbitrators find, shall enter on appeal in said Clerk's office within four days from the return and entry of said judgment, which appeal may be entered under the same regulations as govern other cases of appeal. Powers of Co. over vacant lands in Gilmer. Damages. How settled. Judgment final and in writing. Entered upon S. Court record. Appeal. 38. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That if any citizen should captiously refuse to grant to said Company, the right of way through his land, or endeavor to require exhorbitant damages from

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said Company, for the right or privilege necessary for the successful prosecution of said mining operation; then said citizen and said Company, each choose a freeholder, and these two, or third person being a freehol ler, which three persons shall determine the amount that shall be paid by said Company, to such person for the right and privilege to be obtained, which amount shall in all cases be paid or tendered to such person, before exercising such right or privilege; in the event such person refuses to choose an arbitrator on his part, then, the two Justices of the Peace, in the District where such person shall reside, are hereby authorized and required to select such person for him, and such person so selected together with the other two arbitrators, shall proceed in the same manner as prescribed above, and their finding and judgment be effectual as against both parties concerned. How settle disputes right of way, 39. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That if any person or persons shall wilfully and maliciously destroy or in any manner hurt, damage, injure or obstruct or shall counsel, aid, assist, or advise any person or persons, in any manner, to hurt, damage, injure or obstruct said Companies, ditches, tressel-work, flumes or dams or any of the appurtenances thereunto belonging or appertaining, such person or persons so offending shall be liable to be indicted for a misdemeanor, and on conviction shall be imprisoned at hard labor in the Penitentiary at the discretion of the Court, a term not less than one nor more than five years, and shall further be liable to pay all expenses of rebuilding the same. Penalty for wilfully injuring Co's. works. 40. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the entry of an appeal shall in no case prevent the Company from proceeding with the worth, and opening their acqueducts through the lands in question on depositing with the superintendent of the branch mint of the United States, at Dahlonega Georgia, or with such proper person as as the Court may appoint, under such bond as the Court may direct, the sum found by the arbitrators to be held subject to the final order of the Court; and provided further, that the Judge in vacation shall have the power to pass the proper order in reference to the deposite of the money so as not to hinder the progress of the work till a regular term of the Court. Appeal not be [Illegible Text] Co's. works. Proviso. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 20th, 1859.

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OWL TOWN AND COOSA CREEK MINING COMPANY. SEC. 41. Owl Town and Coosa Creek Mining Company, incorporated. SEC. 42. Powers and privileges. SEC. 43. Objects of corporation, capital stock $100,000, shares. SEC. 44. Annual meeting, time, place and purpose, proxy. SEC. 45. Taylor to be President and his associates Directors, until new ones are appointed. SEC. 46. Vacancies how filled. SEC. 47. May divert Coosa, Self's and Cooper's Creeks, right of way. SEC. 48. Office at Blairsville. SEC. 49. Liability of Stockholders. SEC. 50. Masonic Hall Company of Atlanta, incorporated. SEC. 51. Powers of Directors. (No. 232.) An Act to incorporate The Owl Town and Coosa Creek Mining Company, The Masonic Hall Company in the city of Atlanta; and for other purposes therein mentioned. 41. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That Jackson T. Taylor, and such persons as he may associate with him and their successors and assigns, shall be and they are hereby created and constituted a body politic and corporate by the name and style of the Owl Town and Coosa Creek Mining Company, and by that name, shall be, and they are hereby made able and capable in law, to have, hold, purchase, receive, work, sell, lease, enjoy and retain, to him or them their successors or assigns, lands, rents, tenements, mines of all character, goods, chattels, and effects of whatever kind they may be, and the same to work, sell, lease, grant or dispose of, as may be deemed by the said Jackson T. Taylor his associates, their successors or assigns, most conducive to the objects and interests of said corporation. Owl town Coosa Creek Mining Co. Incorporated. Powers. 42. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said corporation, by the foregoing corporate name, shall be able and capable, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answered unto, in any Court of Law or Equity in this State, and to make and use a common seal, and to alter and to change the same at pleasure, and to establish such by-laws ordinances, and regulations as shall be deemed necessary and convenient for the purposes of said corporation. Powers and privileges. 43. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the object of said corporation is declared to be the mining, smelting, refineing and working for gold, copper, silver and other minerals or metals in the county of Union, and the purchase and sale, leasing of mines in said county, with a view to the effectual and speedy development of the same, and that for this purpose the capital stock of said Company, shall consist of one hundred thousand dollars, subject to be increased at the will of said corporation, to the amount of five hundred thousand dollars; the same to be divided into such number of shares as said corporation by its by-laws may determine. Objects of corporation. Capital stock $100,000. Shares. 44. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That there shall be an annual meeting of the stockholders of said corporation, at such time and place as may fixed by the by-laws of the same, for the purpose

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of choosing three Directors and a President to manage all the concerns thereof, who shall be stockholders and elected by the stockholders in person or by proxy, each share entitling the holder thereof to one vote. Annual meeting, time and place and purpose. Proxy. 45. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the said Jackson T. Taylor and his associates or assigns, shall constitute the Directors of said corporation, until the first annual meeting of the stockholders, and that the said Jackson T. Taylor, until said meeting shall act as President of said corporation. Taylor to be President, his associates directors till new ones are appointed. 46. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That whenever any vacancy may occur by death, resignation or otherwise, in the office of President or Director, the remaining Directors and the President or the Directors if the vacancy shall occur in the office of President, shall have power to appoint another or others, to fill said vacancy, until the regular annual meeting next ensuing. Vacancies, how filled. 47. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the said Jackson T. Taylor, and his associates, successors or assigns, for the purposes contemplated by this act, be, and they are hereby authorized and empowered, to divert if deemed necessary from their natural or present channels, the waters of Coosa Creek, Self's Creek and Coopers Creek, in said county of Union, and to obtain the right of way under the provisions of the acts of this State, relating to the Yahoola River and Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Company, and the Etowah and Auraria Hydraulic Hose Mining Company; and that said provisions on the subject of obtaining the right of way for said water courses, shall have as full application to this corporation, as to the Companies above mentioned. May divert Coosa creek, Self's creek Coopers creek. Right of way. 48. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That said corporation shall [Illegible Text] office at Blairsville in the county of Union, which for all [Illegible Text] purposes shall be deemed its location, and in which county [Illegible Text], it shall be liable to be sued. Office at Blairsville. 49. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted, That each member of said corporation shall be held jointly and severally liable for the debts of [Illegible Text] corporation, to the amount of the stock that he, she or they [Illegible Text], in the same. Liability of stockholders 50. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That the Masonic Hall Company, situate in the city of Atlanta, be and the same is hereby declared a body corporate under the name and style of the Masonic Hall Company. Masonic Hall Co. of Atlanta Incorporated. 51. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That David Mayer President, Luther J. Glenn, J. A. Hayden, B. M. Smith and W. T. C. Campbell Directors, the officers of said corporation and their successors in office be, and they are hereby declared, capable in Law or Equity of suing and being sued, of purchasing and holding real and personal property, of giving and receiving titles for the same, to use a common seal, and do all other acts and things which bodies corporate, may in law do, connected with the objects of their association. Powers of directors. SEC. XII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859.

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MINING COMPANIES IN WHITE COUNTY. 52. Liable for additional damages. (No. 233.) An act to amend an act facilitating mining operations for gold, and for other purposes, in the county of White, assented to December 13 th, 1858. * * See pamph. 1858, 157. 52. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c. That the above recited act be amended by an addition of the following proviso: Provided, said Company shall pay for all stock that may die, or be otherwise injured, by diverting, or otherwise changing said water from its natural bed, or for all damages that may accrue to the stock of all descriptions of private persons, by their action under the act, of which this is a proviso. Liable for additional damages. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. YAHOOLA RIVER AND CANE CREEK HYDRAULIC AND HOSE MINING COMPANY. 53. 1st Sec. of act of 11 Dec., 1858, amended. 54. 3d. Sec. amendedShares how createdPersonal liability. 55. Powers over land not representedDamages how assessed. c. 56. How right of way may be obtained. 57. Lateral ditchesMay divert mining streamProviso. 58. Appeal not to stop workProviso. 59. Penalty for injuring works of Company. 60. Arbitrators disinterested and residents of county where the [Illegible Text] or issue originates. (No. 234.) An act to amend an act entitled an act to [Illegible Text] Yahoola river and Cane creek Hydraulic and Hosc Mining [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text] to, December 11 th, 1858. * * See pamph. of 1858, 72, 3. 53. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c. That the first section of [Illegible Text] be amended to read as follows: after the words for the [Illegible Text] diverting or turning the waters of the said Yahoola river, and the waters of Cane creek from their natural channel, by dam, ditch, c,, the balance of said section to read as in the original act. 1st sec. of of Act of 11th Dec. [Illegible Text] mended. 54. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the third section of said act, be so amended after the words five hundred thousand dollars, as to read as follows: which capital stock of said Company may be increased five hundred thousand dollars, and shares may be created therein, in whole, or in part, as may be determined from time to time by a vote of three-fourths of the originally subscribed stock, as represented on the books of the Company; which vote shall be taken and recorded at a meeting especially called for that purpose, according to the rules and by-laws of said company; and that notice of the acceptance by said Company of such increase of capital stock,

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and of the issue of shares therein, as they shall from time to time make, shall be filed in the office of the Secretary of the State of Georgia. 3d section amended. Shares how created. And be it further enacted, That the personal liability of the stockholders under the amended charter, shall be, and remain the same as it was under the original charter of which this is an amendment. Personal liability. 55. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power and authority to locate and to construct by, through, or over any vacant lands within the limits of said county of Lumpkin, not represented by any legal owner or claimant, their main canal, ditch, flume, trestle work or aqueduct, by diverting the streams of said Yahoola river and Cane creek from their natural channels, at such point or points as may be necessary for the purpose of working and developing the mineral resources of the adjacent lands; said canal, ditch, flume, c., on Cane creek, shall commence at or above the falls on said creek, and not below said falls; and any owner or owners of such vacant lands, upon appearing and making out their claim to such lands, shall be entitled to such damages from said Company as may be adjudged reasonable and just between the parties; said claim or title and the damages aforesaid to be determined and ascertained by three freeholders one of whom shall be chosen by the Claimant, the other by the Company, and the third by the Inferior Court of said county, and their finding and judgment shall be final between said parties; and said judgment of said arbitrators shall be returned in writing, certified under their hands and seals, to the Clerk of the Superior Court of said county of Lumpkin, and entered by him of record on the minutes of the [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text] which said Clerk may issue execution against the party [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text] damages and cost, unless the party against whom said [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text], shall enter an appeal in said Clerk's office, within four days [Illegible Text] the return and entry of said judgment, whicch appeal may be [Illegible Text] under the same regulations, as govern other cases of [Illegible Text]. Powers [Illegible Text] land [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text]. Damages how assessed. Award a judgment. Appeal in 4 days. 56. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That if any citizen shall [Illegible Text] to grant to said Company the right of way through his lands, or endeavor to require exorbitant damages from said Company, for any right or privilege necessary for the successful prosecution of said mining operation, then said Citizen and said Company shall each choose a freeholder, and the Inferior Court of said county shall choose a third person, being a freeholder, which three persons shall determine the amount that shall be paid by said Company to such person for the right and privilege to be obtained, which amount shall in all cases be paid or tendered to such person before exercising such rights or privileges. In the event such person refuse to choose an arbitrator on his part, then the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county are hereby authorized and required to select such person for him, and such person so selected, together with the other two arbitrators, shall proceed in the same manner as prescribed in the preceding section, with the like privilege of appeal to either party. How right of way may be obtained.

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57. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That said Company, by themselves, their agents, or superintendents, or either of them, shall have full power and authority to turn the water from said ditch or ditches, by lateral ditches, or otherwise, to be used by them for mining purposes, in such manner as they may determine, on any lot or lots that they may have jurisdiction, and to cause such water so turned to flow off, and pass over, any other lot or lots, belonging to any person or persons whatsoever: Provided, that if any person or persons owning or possessing any of said lots, over which said lateral ditches may pass, or over, or through which said waters so turned shall flow; said person or persons shall be entitled to compensation for damages in the same manner as set forth in the previous section of this act. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power and authority to divert any mining steam of water from its natural and ordinary course, to supply said main or lateral ditches with the water for the purposes aforesaid: Provided, that any person or persons, owners of lots of land on said streams so diverted, shall be damaged by said diversion, that such person or persons shall be entitled to compensation in the same manner, as is set forth in the previous sections of this act. Lateral ditches. Proviso. May divert mining stream. Proviso. 58. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That the entering of an appeal in all cases provided for in this act, shall in no case prevent the Company from proceeding with the work, and opening their aqueduct through the lands in question, on depositing with the Superintendent of the Branch Mint of the United States at Dahlonega, or with such other persons as the Superior Court may direct, the sum fund by the arbitrators to be held subject to the final ordering of the Superior Court of said county; and provided further, that the Judge in vacation shall have the power to pass the proper order in reference to the deposit of the money, so as not to hinder the progress of the work till a regular term of the Court. Appeal not to stop work. Proviso. 59. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That if any person or persons shall wilfully and maliciously destroy, or in any manner hurt damage, injure, obstruct, or shall counsel, aid, assist or advise any person or persons in any manner to hurt, damage, injure or obstruct said Company's ditch, trestle work, flumes or dams, or any of the appurtenances thereunto belonging or appertaining, such person or persons so offending, shall be liable to be indicted for a misdemeanor and on conviction shall be fined and imprisoned, or either, at the discretion of the Court. Penalty for injuring works of Co. 60. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the arbitrators provided for in this bill, shall be disinterested persons, and residents of the county where the land lies, or the issue or issues originate. Arbitrators disinterested and residents of county where land lies or issue originates. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 6th, 1859.

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DIVISION X.SAVING, BUILDING MUTUAL LOAN AS- SOCIATIONS. COLUMBUS SAVING AND MUTUAL LOAN ASSOCIATION. Sec. 1. When subscribers may suspend a call for stock. Sec. 2. Notes or bonds, judgment 1st term; Ten per cent damages. Sec. 3. Personal liability. (No. 235.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to incorporate the Columbus Saving and Mutual Loan Association, approved March 1 st, 1856. * * Columbus Mutual Loan Association, incorporated 1856, pam. 473,4,5,6. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That whenever ten thousand dollars of the capital stock shall be paid in, the Directors may, in their discretion, from time to time suspend further calls upon the stock. When subscribers may suspend a call for stock. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That in order to secure the prompt payment of deposits, that all notes or bonds discounted by this Association, and not paid at maturity, and all deposits not paid on demand, according to the terms agreed on, shall be sued on, and judgment rendered at the first term; and in case of deposits, the Jury shall give, in addition to interest, ten per cent damages against said Company. Notes or bonds [Illegible Text] judgmented first term. Ten per cent damages. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the persons composing said Company, shall be held and bound in their private capacity, in proportion to the number and value of shares held by each and every one of them, for the ultimate redemtion of all deposits made with said Company, or which may remain unpaid by said Company, during the time that any of said persons shall remain stockholders; and the same liability shall attach to any person or persons, to whom any stockholders may transfer his share or their shares. Personal liability. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That so much of the act of which this is an amendment as is inconsistent thereto, be, and the same is hereby repealed. Approved, December 3rd, 1859.

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MUTUAL BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION. Sec. 4. Charter granted by Inferior Court of Muscogee Co notified` c. Sec. 5. Corporators; name and style; Capital stock not to exceed 2,000 shares. Sec. 6. Corporators shall have power to adopt Constitution and By-laws; Capable to sue and be sued, c. Sec. 7. Funds to be loaned on such terms as said Corporators to prescribe; said Corporators capable to sue c. Sec. 8. Charter may be altered or changed by General Assembly. (No. 236.) An Act to incorporate the Mutual Building and Loan Association, of Columbus, and the Ph[oelig]nix Loan and Buildirg Association, in the city of Atlanta. Whereas, a number of persons have associated themselves, together, and obtained a charter from the Inferior Court of Muscogee county, incorporating themselves, their successors and assigns under the name and style of the Mutual Building and Loan Association, of Columbus; Preamble. And Whereas, the said Corporators have some doubt as to the power of the Inferior Court to grant acts of incorporation; 4. SECTION I. Be it therefore enacted, c., That the said act of incorporation, granted by the Inferior Court of Muscogee county, be, and is hereby ratified, re-granted and confirmed, with all the powers and privileges in said act of incorporation named, and and all the acts and doings of said Associations, not inconsistent with the provisions of said charter be, and the same are hereby legalized. Charter granted by I. Court of Muscogee county confirmed. Acts c., of said [Illegible Text] legalized. 5. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That Julius A. Hayden, Jonathan Norcross, Robert M. Clarke, Edmund W. Holland James McDonald, John Glenn, Adam W. Jones, Washington J. Houston and William P. Orme, together with their associates and successors, be and they are hereby incorporated and made a body politic and corporate, under the name and style of the Ph[oelig]nix Loan and Building Association, for the purpose of making loans of money on security, to the members and stockholders of said corporation; the capital stock of said corporation shall not exceed two thousand (2,000) shares, to be paid by successive monthly instalments, of one dollar on each share, so long as the said corporation shall continue; the said shares to be held, transferred, assigned and pledged, and the holders thereof to be subject to such fines and forfeitures for default in their payment, as the regulations and by-laws of said corporation may prescribe. Corporators. Name and style. Capital stock not to exceed 2000 shares. 6. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said corporation shall have power and authority to make and adopt such Constitution and By-laws, and amendments to the same, together with all such rules and regulations as they may deem advisable; shall have such number and succession of officers and members, as may be chosen according to said Constitution; may by their corporate name sue and be sued, implead and be impleaded in any Court of Law or Equity in this State; and shall have and

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enjoy such rights and privileges, as are incident to corporate bodies. Corp'rs shall have power to adopt constitution and by-laws. Capable to sue and be sued, c. 7. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the funds of said corporation shall be loaned or advanced to their members, on such terms and conditions, and subject to such regulations as the said corporation may from time to time prescribe; and it shall be lawful for said corporation to take and hold such lands, tenements and heriditaments as may be conveyed to them for the purposes of their association, or purchase, at sales made according to law upon any judgment or decree at law, or in equity, for the recovery of its debts; and the same to sell, claim or otherwise dispose of, as they may from time to time deem expedient. Funds to be loaned on such term as said corp's may prescribe Said corp'rs. capable to hold lands tenements c under certain circumstances. 8. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the charter of said Company may be changed or repealed at pleasure, by the General Assembly of this State. Charter may be altered or changed by the Gen. As. SEC. VII. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. PH[OElig]NIX BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION. (For Act to incorporate this Company, see Act No. 236; To incorporate the Mutual Building and Loan Association, c.) SAVANNAH MUTUAL LOAN ASSOCIATION. Sec. 9. Savannah Mutual Loan Association incorporated; Powers. Sec. 10. All previous Mortgages. Bonds or other instruments held made to said Corporation. Sec. 11. No transfer of shares without leave of Directors, unless indebtedness to members and Association has been removed. Sec. 12. General Assembly may revoke this [Illegible Text]. (No. 237.) An Act to incorporate the Savannah Mutual Loan Association. 9. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the members of the Savannah Mutual Loan Association, in the city of Savannah, their successors and assigns, be and they are hereby made and created a body politic and corporate, for the purposes of their associates, and under the Constitution and By-laws heretofore by them adopted, and under and by the name of the Savanuah Mutual Loan Association, shall have power to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answered unto, in any Court of Law and Equity, and to make and use a common seal, and the same at pleasure to break, change or alter; and to make and adopt all such rules and regulations and amendments of their said Constitution and By-laws, as they may deem advisable; to retain. hold and dispose of any and all property, whether the same, real or personal, conveyed, assigned or mortgaged as security for any loan or debt, whether said mortgage, assignment or conveyance to the said Association, or to one of its officers in trust for the same, or has been already delivered, or shall hereafter be delivered. Sav. Mutual Loan association incorporated. Powers.

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10. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That all mortgages, bonds, or other instruments connected with loans heretofore made by said Associations, already taken in the name of its officers, shall be held, deemed and taken in all Courts of Law or Equity, as made to said Corporation. All previous bonds mortgages or other instruments held made to said corporation. 11. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That no member of the Association shall transfer any portion of his or her shares or interest therein, without the consent of the Board of Directors thereof, unless all loans made to said member, and debts and arrearages due from said member to the Association, shall first have been paid. No transfer of shares without leave of directors unless indebtedness to members and assoc'n has been removed. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. 12. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That it shall at all times be in the power of the General Assembly to revoke the powers and privileges conferred by this act. G. A. may revoke. Approved, Dec. 14, 1859. TITLE VI. COUNTY LINES. APPLING AND COFFEE. 1. Lines between Appling and Coffee so changed as to add Nos. 502, 503, 504, 509, 510 and 511, to the county of Appling. (No. 238.) An Act to change the lines between the counties of Appling and Coffee, so as to add Benjamin Thomas, of the county of Coffee, to the county of Appling. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the lines between the counties of Appling and Coffee be so changed as to add lots of land, numbers five hundred and two, (502,) five hundred and three, (503,) five hundred and four, (504,) five hundred and nine, (509,) five hundred and ten, (510,) and five hundred and eleven, (511,) in the fifth district of the County of Coffee, to the county of Appling, the same being the residence of Benjamin Thomas. Lines between Appling and Coffee changed so as to add Nos. 502, 503, 504, 509, 510, and 511 to the county of Appling. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 20th, 1859. BAKER AND EARLY. 2. Lines altered between Baker and Early. (No. 239.) An Act to change the line between the counties of Baker and Early so as include Lot of Land, number three hundred and ninety-two, (392,) in the seventh (7) District of Baker, in the county of Early. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the line dividing the counties of Baker and Early

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shall be, and the same is hereby altered and changed so as to include Lot of Land number three hundred and ninety-two, (392,) in the seventh (7) District of Baker, in the county of Early. Line altered between Baker and Early. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 17th, 1859. COFFEE AND IRWIN. 3. Lines between Coffee and Irwin changed. (No. 240.) An Act to change the lines between the counties of Coffee and Irwin. 3. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the county line of Irwin be so changed as to add numbers 20, 41, and 39, in the fourth district of Irwin county, the residence of Frederick Merritt, Sen., to the county of Coffee. Lines between Coffee and Irwin changed. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Nov. 22d, 1859. COWETA AND HEARD. 4. Lines between Coweta and Heard changed. 5. Lines between Fayette and Clayton changed. (No. 241.) An Act to change the line between the counties of Coweta and Heard, and to add Lot of Land number 84, in the fifth district of originally Henry, now Fayette county, to the county of Clayton. 4. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act the line between the counties of Coweta and Heard be so changed as to include Lots of Land number [147 and 148] one hundred and forty seven and one hundred and forty-eight, in the third [3d] district of Coweta county, in the county of Heard. Line between Coweta and Heard changed. 5. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That Lot of Land [No. 84] number eighty-four, in the [5th] fifth district of originally Henry, now Fayette county, be added to the county of Clayton, whereon James Butler now resides. Line between Fayette and Clayton changed. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. EARLY AND CALHOUN. 6. Land attached to Early county. 7. Inferior Court empowered to sue for said land. (No. 242.) An Act for the purpose of attaching a strip of unsurveyed land lying between the fourth and sixth districts of originally Early county, to the county of Early, and for other purposes therein contained. WHEREAS, by the provisions of an act, approved the 17th day of January 1852, entitled an act to grant unto the Inferior Court of

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Early county, a strip of unsurveyed land, being the district lines of the fourth and sixth districts of said county, and to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county to have the same surveyed, and sell the same, and to apply the proceeds to the education of the poor children in said county, and to attach said strip of land to the fourth district. Preamble. Preamble. And whereas, there is doubt under the provision of the first section of the act organizing the county of Calhoun, approved February 20th, 1854, * * Calhoun county organized 1854, pam. 284-5-6. as to which county the said strip of unsurveyed land is attached; for remedy whereof: Preamble. 6. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That all that strip of unsurveyed land which was granted to the Inferior Court of Early, under the provisions of the act aforesaid for the purpose aforesaid, to-wit: fractions lying between numbers 20, 23, 62, 65, 104, 107, and 146, in the fourth district of Calhoun county, and numbers 400, 361, 360, 321, 320, 281, and 280, in the sixth district of Early county, and known as Nos. 21, 22, 63, 64, 105, 106, and 147, be and the same is hereby attached to the county of Early in this State. Land attached to Early county. 7. SEC. II. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the Justices of the Inferior Court for the county of Early, and their successors in office, shall be authorized to sue for and recover said land from the possession of any person or persons who may be in possession of the same, in any court of law or equity of said State having jurisdiction in the premises. Inf'r Court empowered to sue for said land. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. EARLY AND CLAY. 8. To change lines between Early and Clay. (No. 243.) An Act to alter, change, and define the line between Early and Clay [Illegible Text], and for other purposes therein named. 8. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the line between the counties of Early and of Clay, be changed as follows: Commence at the south-west corner of the lot of land, in the fifth land district of Early county, the lot on which Martin W. Stamper now resides, and run north to the Colomokee Creek, and run east from the same corner of said lot to the Gate's Branch, thence down said Branch to the Colomokee Creek, the territory included being hereby added to the county of Clay. To change county line between Early and Clay. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1859.

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ELBERT AND HART. 9. Line between Elbert and Hart changed. (No. 244.) An Act to change the line between the counties of Elbert and Hart. 9. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the county line between the said counties of Elbert and Hart, be changed to run as follows: Beginning at Thomas J. Teasley's spring, running thence south 47 deg. W., two and a half miles to a rock corner, near the residence of F. C. Davis, including said residence in Hart county, thence running north 78 deg. W., three and five-eighths miles to a persimmon corner, on the present line of Hart county, near Big Holley Spring; that all of the citizens residing within said boundary are truly made citizens of Hart county, and that territory included in said boundary, be and the same is hereby added to the county of Hart. Line between Elbert and Hart changed SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 13th, 1859. HALL AND BANKS. 10. Line between Hall and Banks changed. (No. 245.) An Act to change the line between the counties of Hall and Banks. 10. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the lines between the counties of Hall and Banks shall be as follows: Beginning at the corner of Jackson where it joins Hall and Banks, thence along the line of Jackson to the Athens and Clarksville road which passes by Gillsville and Poplar Springs, thence along the said road toward Clarksville to the Habersham county line. Line between Hall and Banks changed. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to November 22d, 1859. IRWIN AND BERRIEN. 14. Lines changed between Irwin and Berrien. (No. 246.) An Act to change the lines between the counties of Irwin and Berrien. 11. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the county line of Irwin be so changed as to add lot of land number 239, in the fifth district of Irwin county, to the county of Berrien, it being the residence of G. G. Mobley. Line changed between Irwin and Berrien. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859.

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IRWIN AND COFFEE. 12. Line changed between Irwin and Coffee. 13. Line changed between Irwin and Coffee. 14. Line changed between Taylor and Schley. (No. 247.) An Act to change the lines between the counties of Irwin and Coffee, and also between the counties of Taylor and Schley. 12. SEC. XII. Br it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the line between the counties of Irwin and Coffee be so changed as to add lots of land numbers 21 and 22, in the fourth district of Irwin, to the county of Coffee, it being the residence of Duncan B. Graham. Line changed between Irwin and Coffee. 13. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That so much of lots of land numbers 46 and 72, in the fourth, and 18, 29, 64, in the fifth district of Irwin, be so changed as to add them to the county of Coffee, as the remaining portion of said lots now lie in Coffee county. Line changed between Irwin and Coffee. 14. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the line between the counties of Taylor and Schley be so altered as to include those portions of lots of land numbers 244, 245 and the north half of lot number 236, in the third district of originally Muscogee county, which lies on the east side of Cedar Creek, (now in Taylor county, on which fractional lots is the residence of Jonathan Stewart,) in the county of Schley. Line changed between Taylor and Schley. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. LOWNDES AND BROOKS. (For Act to define line between, see Act No. 299, to remove the county site, of Lowndes county, c.) MACON AND TAYLOR. 15. Part of Macon added to Taylor. (No. 248.) An Act to take certain lots of land therein named, from the county of Mucon, and add them to the county of Taylor; and for other purposes. 15. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the lots Nos. 210, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 240 and 241, being the residences and premises of Chesley B. Howard and Benjamin F. Newsom, be taken from the county of Macon, and added to the county of Taylor. Part of Macon added to Taylor. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859.

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MILTON AND DEKALB. SEC. 16. County lines between Milton and DeKalb and Milton and Gwinnett, changed. SEC. 17. Lines defined between Early and Miller. (No. 249.) An Act to change the county lines between the counties of Milton and DeKalb, and Milton and Gwinnett, and define the line between the counties of Early and Miller. 16. SEC. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of Act, the line between the counties of Milton and DeKalb, and Milton and Gwinnett, shall be as follows, to-wit: beginning at the river where Fulton and DeKalb counties corner, and running the line between said counties, to the ridge or Martin Ferry road, near the house of James Ball, thence along said road to the ford where said road crosses crooked creek, thence down said creek to the Chattahoochee river, the line between Gwinnett and Milton counties; and the territory embraced within said lines shall be hereafter in the county of Milton. County lines between Milton and Dekalb and Milton and Gwinnett changed. 17. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the line between the counties of Early and Miller, shall be the line between the sixth District of Early, and the thirteenth district of Miller; any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Line defined between Early and Miller. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. MONTGOMERY AND LAURENS. 18. A part of Montgomery added to Laurens. (No. 250.) An Act to add a part of Montgomery county to Laurens county. 18. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, all that part of Motgomery county lying North of the line commencing at the junction of the Elias branch and Mercers creek, and running up said branch to the head of the same, and then along the mill road to Thigpens trial, thence along said trial to Pendletons creek, be and the same is hereby added to the county of Laurens. A part of Montgomery added to Laurens. Assented to. Dec. 14th, 1859. MONTGOMERY AND TATTNALL. SEC. 19. County line between Montgomery and Tattnall, to be marked by county Surveyors SEC. 20. Inferior Court of said counties to pay Surveyors. SEC. 21. Surveyors of Tattnall and Emanuel, also in 12 months, to mark line between said counties. (No. 251.) An Act to establish the county line between the counties of Montgomery and Tattnall, and also between Tattnall and Emanuel. 19. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the county Surveyors of Montgomery and Tattnall counties, shall by the first day of October

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(1860) eighteen hundred and sixty, run out and plainly mark the line between said counties, as follows, to-wit: beginning at the mouth of Mim's creek, on the east side of the Altamaha river, and running a direct line to the point where the present line between said counties strikes Pendleton's creek. County line between Montgomery and Tattnal to be marked by county Surveyors. 20. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Inferior Courts of the said counties, shall pay to their respective Surveyors, such reasonable compensation for running and marking said line, as they, in their judgment, shall deem right and proper. I. Court of said counties to pay surveyors. 21. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the county Surveyors, of the counties of Tattnall and Emanuel, shall within twelve months after the passage of this act, in like manner, run out and mark the line between said counties. Surveyors of Tattnal and Emanuel also in 12 months to mark line between said counties. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. RANDOLPH AND CLAY. 22. Part of Randolph added to Clay. (No. 252.) An Act to attach lots of land numbers fifty-four and fifty-five in the 7 th district of Randolph county, to the county of Clay. 22. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That lots of land numbers fifty-four and fifty-five, in the seventh district of Randolph county, be and same are hereby attached to the county of Clay. A part of Randolph added to Clay. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. SCHLEY. 23. County lines changed. 24. Residence of George Dykes and Austin Congleton changed. 25. Residence of Wm. Morgan changed. (No. 253.) An Act to amend an act to lay out and form a new county, out of the counties of Marion and Sumter; and to organize the same, assented to Dec. 22 d, 1857, * * Schley county organized 1857, pam. 42, 3. also to change the county lines, for other purposes herein mentioned. 23. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That said act be amended by striking out the figures 235, in the fourth line of the first section of said act, and inserting in lieu thereof the figures 246; and by inserting after the words Taylor county line, in the twelfth line of said first section, the words, thence eastward along the line between the counties of Marion and Taylor, also by striking out the two last words of said first section (to-wit:) starting point, and inserting in lieu thereof, the South-west corner of Macon county, thence East along the line between the counties of Macon and Sumter, to the North-east corner of lot of land number 126, in the 29th district

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of Sumter county, thence South along the line between the lots of land to the beginning, (to-wit:) the South-east corner of lot of land number 246, on the district line. County lines changed. 24. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, c., That the line forming the southern boundary of the county of Schley and the northern boundary of Sumter county, be so changed as to include the northhalf of lot of land number 10, in the 27th district of Sumter county, in the county of Schley, it being the residence of Georgia Dykes, also that said line be so altered and changed as to include lot of land number 254, in the 29th district of the county of Schley, in the county of Sumter, on which Austin Congleton resides. Residence of George Dykes and Austin Congleton changed. 25. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the line between the counties of Lee and Sumter, be so changed as to include lot of land number 53, in the fifteenth district of Lee county, on which is the residence of William Morgan situated in the county of Sumter. Residence of Wm. Morgan changed. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, 15th Dec., 1859. TAYLOR AND SCHLEY. 26. Line between Taylor and Schley changed. (No. 254.) An Act to change the line between the counties of Taylor and Schley, and for other purposes. 26. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the line between the counties of Taylor and Schley, be so changed as to include the north-half of lot of land, No. (170) one hundred and seventy, and the west half of lot No. (183) one hundred and eighty three, in the third district of originally Muscogee, now Schley county, within the county of Taylor, the same being the land of W. M. Stuckey. Line between Taylor and Schley changed. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 20th, 1859. THOMAS AND COLQUITT. 27. Lot No. 340, 13th district of Thomas added to Colquitt. (No. 255.) An Act to add land lot number three hundred and forty-five, in the thirteenth district of Thomas county to the county of Colquitt, and to change so far the county lines. 27. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That land lot number three hundred and forty-five, in the thirteenth district of Thomas county, with the residence of William Murphy thereon, be, and the same is hereby added to the county of Colquitt. Lot No. 345 13th dist. added to Colquitt. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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THOMAS AND MITCHELL. 28. Line changed between Thomas and Mitchell. (No. 256.) An Act to change the lines between the counties of Thomas and Mitchell, so as to include the residence of E. H. Taylor, of the county of Thamas, within the county of Mitchell. 28. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That the line dividing the counties of Thomas and Mitchell, shall be, and the same is hereby altered and changed so as to include lot of land, number twenty (20,) in the tenth district of originally Baker county, whereon is the residence E. H. Taylor now of the county of Thomas, within the county of Mitchell. Line changed between Thomas and Mitchell. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. WALKER AND WHITFIELD. 29. Part of Walker added to Whitfield. (No. 257.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to change certain county lines, therein mentioned, approved March 1 st, 1856. * * See Acts of 1855-6, 125. 29. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c, That so much of the above recited act, as includes A. B. Reed and William H. Huff, together with their settlements of land within the county of Walker, be, and the same is hereby repealed; and that said settlements of lands be, and are hereby added and made a part of the county of Whitfield. Part of Walker added to Whitfield. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. WARE AND PIERCE. 30. Line between Ware and Pierce changed. (No. 258.) An Act to change the county line between the counties of Ware and Pierce. 30. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act the county line between the counties of Ware and Pierce, be so changed as to add lot of land No. 157, in the 5th district of Pierce county, the residence of William F. Sweat, to Ware county. Line between Ware and Pierce changed. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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WHITFIELD AND CATOOSA. 30. Lines between Whitfield and Catoosa changed. (No. 259.) An Act to change the lines between the counties of Whitfield and Catoosa, and for other purposes. 31. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That lots of land numbers ninety-eight and ninety-nine in the twenty-seventh district and third section, of now Whitfield, be added to and become a part of the county of Catoosa, they being the residence of G. W. Towns and the other land of Mark Denman, any law, usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Line between Whitfield and Catoosa co. changed. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. WORTH AND COLQUITT. 32. Lines altered between Worth and Colquitt. (No. 260.) An Act to change and alter the lines between the counties of Worth and Colquitt. 32. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the line now forming the Southern boundary of Worth county, and the Northern boundary of Colquitt county, be so changed as to include in the county of Worth, the whole of lot of land number (19) nineteen, in the (8) eight district of originally Thomas, now Colquitt county, the residence of William McCall. Line altered between Colquitt and Worth county. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. TITLE VII. COUNTY OFFICERS. BAKER. [For act to elect county treasurer of Baker, see Act No. 261, to provide for the election of county treasurers in the counties of Berrien, c.] [For act to repeal part of an act of 1825, so far as relates to, see act No. 268, to repeal so much of the first section of an act, entitled an act to appoint county treasurers, and define their duties, approved December 24th, 1825, as relates to the appointment of said officers by the Justices of the Inferior court of this State, and to authorize their election by the people, so far as relates to the county of Forsyth; c]

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BERRIEN. SEC. 1, Manner and time for electing county treasurers of Berrien, Newton, Baker, Forsyth, Hall, Lumpkin, Ware, Mitchell, Fannin, Wilcox, Johnson, and Marion. (No. 261.) An act to provide for the election of county Treasurer, in the counties of Berrien, Newton, Baker, Forsyth, Hall, Lumpkin, Ware, Mitchell, Fannin, Wilcox, Johnson, and Marion. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That hereafter the county Treasurer of the counties of Berrien, Newton, Baker, Forsyth, Hall, Lumpkin, Ware, Mitchell, Fannin, Wilcox, Johnson, and Marion, shall be elected by the legal voters of said counties, on the first Monday in January, and shall hold his office for the same term, and upon the same conditions and liabilities, as now prescribed by law. Manner and time of electing county Treasurers for Berrien, Newton, Baker, Forsyth, Hall, Lumpkin, Ware, Mitchell, Fannin, Wilcox, Johnson, and Marion. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. CASS. SEC. 2, Fees of Sheriffs of Cass, Chattooga, and Dade, regulated. SEC. 3, Amount of commission in certain cases, fixed. (No. 262.) An act to alter and amena an act to define and establish the fees of Ordinaries, Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts, Sheriffs, Jailors, Justices of the Peace, and Constables of this State, and for other purposes, so far as relates to the fees of Sheriffs in the counties of Cass, Dade, and Chatooga. * * Fees of officers regulated 1857, pam. 49, 50, 51-2-3-4-5. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the fees of the Sheriffs of Cass, Dade, and Chatooga counties, in criminal cases, shall be two dollars, for every arrest, and when a bond is taken, three dollars. Fees of Sheriffs of Cass, Chattooga and Dade regulated. 3. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the commission for selling property, shall be five per cent on all fi fas under one hundred dollars, and all over one hundred, and under five hundred, three per cent, and over five hundred, two per cent. Amount of Commission in certain cases, fixed. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. [For act providing additional compensation to the Sheriff of Cass county, see act No. 271, to allow additional compensation to the Sheriffs of Hall, c.]

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CHATHAM. SEC. 4, The Receivers of Chatham county to receive the same commissions as collector, on all taxes extraord'y. levied by Inferior Court. (No. 263.) An act to entitle the Receiver of Tax Returns of the county of Chatham to a commission on the extraordinary tax levied by the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county for county purposes. 4. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and immediately after the passage of this act, the Receiver of Tax Returns of the county of Chatham, shall be entitled to receive the same commission on all taxes extraordinary, levied by the Inferior Court of said county, for county purposes, as is now allowed by law to the Tax Collector of said county. Tax Receiver of Chatham co. to have same commissions as collector on all taxes extraordinary of I. Court. SEC. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 3rd, 1859. CHATOOGA. SEC. 5, Offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Court of Chattooga, consolidated. (No. 264.) An act to consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of the county of Chattooga. 5. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Court of Chattooga county, shall be consolidated, held, and filled by the same individual; and that the person elected at the next January election for said county, to fill the office of Clerk of the Superior Court, shall also give bond and security, as Clerk of the Inferior Court, in terms of the law, and take and discharge the duties of said office. Offices of cl'k of the S. and I. Courts of Chattooga co. consolidated. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 20th, 1859. DADE. [For act to consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of Dade, see act No. 270, to consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of the county of Hall, c. Also for act to regulate the fees of the Sheriff of Dade, see act No. 262, to regulate the fees of the Sheriffs of Cass, c. Also, for act to allow the Sheriffs of Dade additional compensation, see act No. 271, to allow additional compensation to the Sheriffs of Hall, c.]

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DOOLY. SEC. 6, Sheriff's bond of Dooly county $10,000. (No. 265.) An act to reduce the Sheriff's bond of Dooly county. 6. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Sheriff's bond of Dooly co., shall be reduced from twenty thousand dollars, to the sum of ten thousand dollars. Sheriff's bond for Dooly co. $10,000. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 9th, 1859. DOUGHERTY. [For act to compensate the Sheriff of, see title tax, act No. 376, to provide for compensation, c., for summoning Grand and Petit Jurors, c., and to levy a tax for the same.] EARLY. SEC. 7. Administrators, Executors, or Guardians may be eligible to the office of Ordinary in Early county. SEC. 8, Governor authorised to commission persons so elected. (No. 266.) An act to prescribe and define the qualifications of persons in Early county, for the office of Ordinary, and to remove certain disabilities under existing laws, and for other purposes. 7. SEC. I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That any executor, administrator, or guardian, residing in the county of Early, shall be eligible to the office of Ordinary of said county, upon his or their paying over the assets of the estate they or either of them may represent, to the Clerk of the Superior Court of said county, or any newly appointed representative thereof, prior to the first Monday in January at which the election for Ordinary may take place. Ex'rs Adm'rs or Guard'ns. may be eligible to the office of Ord'y. in Early Co. 8. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Governor shall be authorized to commission any person who may be elected Ordinary in the county of Early, and who shall conform to the provisions of this act. Gov. authorized to commission persons so elected. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859.

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EMANUEL. SEC. 9, Offices of Ordinary, Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Court, to be kept at county site. (No. 267.) An act to require the offices of the Ordinary, and the Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts of Emanuel county to be at the county site of said county, and to be kept open every day except Sunday. 9. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the first day of January next, the office of the Ordinary, and of the Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts of Emanuel county, shall be kept at the county site of said county, and shall be kept open by the said officers or their deputies every day, except Sunday, for the transaction of business. Office of Ord. Cl'k. S. and I. Courts shall be at co. site. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 20th, 1859. FANNIN [For act to provide for the election of county Treasurer in, see act No. 261, to provide for the election of county Treasurer in the county of Berrien, c.] FORSYTH. SEC. 10, So much of first section of act of 24th December, 1852. as refers to the I'reasurers of Newton, Hall, and Baker, repealed. SEC. 11, Elections in said counties for Treasurer, when and how heldvoters. (No. 268.) An act to repeal so much of the first section of an act entitled an act to appoint county treasurers, and define their duties, approved December 24 th, 1825, as relates to the appointment of said officers by the Justices of the Inferior Courts of the State, and to authorize their election by the people, so far as relates to the counties of Forsyth, Newton, Hall, and Baker. 10. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That from and immediately after the passage of this act, so much of the first section of the above recited act, approved 24th December 1825, as relates to the appointment of county treasurer, by the Justices of the Inferior Court, be, and the same is hereby repealed, so far as relates to the counties of Forsyth, Newton, Hall, and Baker. So much of 1st sec. of act of 24th Dec. 1825 as refers to Treas'r. of Forsyth Newton. Hall, Baker, repeated. 11. Sec. II. And be it enacted, That an election shall be had and held for said county treasurer of the counties of Forsyth, Newton, Hall, and Baker, on the first Monday in January, 1860, and bi-ennially thereafter; which election shall be held at the same time and places, and under the same rules and regulations, as are now prescribed by law for the holding elections for other county officers; and all

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free white male persons qualified by law to vote for said county officers, shall be entitled to vote for said county treasurer of the connties of Forsyth, Newton, Hall, and Baker. * * Cobb's Digest, 211. Act explanatory of act of 1825, see Cobb's Digest, 215-16. Elections in said counties for Treas't. when and how held. Voters. Sec. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. FORSYTH. [For act to provide for the election of County Treasurer of, see act No. 251, to provide for the election of county treasurer, in the county of Berrien, c.] FRANKLIN. 12. Ten dollars for summoning Grand and Petit Jurors for Franklin County. 13. Ten dollars for attendance upon each 13. Superior and Inferior Court. 14. Certificate signed by Clerk and Judge, c. (No. 269.) An Act to compensate the Sheriff of Franklin county for summoning Grand and Petit Jurors in said county, and for other purposes. 12. SECTION I. Be enacted, c., That the Sheriff in and for the county of Franklin, shall be entitled to the sum of ten dollars for the summoning of Grand and Petit Jurors, for each term of the Superior Courts in said county. $10 for summoning G. P. Jurors for Franklin co. 13. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Sheriff of said county shall be entitled to the sum of ten dollars for their attendance on each term of the Superior Courts in said county. $10 for attendance upon each term of S. and Inf'r. court. 14. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the certificate of the Clerk of said Court, countersigned by the Judge of said Court, shall be a warrant on the County Treasurer of said county, for the amount, which shall be paid out of the county funds of said county. Certificates signed by Cl'k and Judge c. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 13th, 1856. HALL. 15. Offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated. of Hall, Dade and White counties. 16. Fees of Sheriffs of Hall, Cass and Dade. (No. 270.) An Act to consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of the counties of Hall, Dade and White. 15. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the expiration of the present term for which the Clerk of the Superior Court, and the Clerk of the Inferior Court of Hall, Dade and White counties were elected, the office of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of said counties be, and the same are hereby consolidated;

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and that one and the same person be eligible in law, to fill the office of Superior and Inferior Clerk, for said counties of Hall, Dade and White. Offices of [Illegible Text] of S. and I. courts of Hall Dade and White counties, consolidated. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 271.) An Act to allow additional compensation to the Sheriffs of Hall, Cass and Dade counties. 16. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Sheriffs of the counties of Hall, Cass and Dade shall be entitled to and receive from the county funds, the sum of fifty cents for each Juror by them summoned, and the sum of two dollars for every day's attendance on the Superior and Inferior Courts. Fees of Sheriffs of Hall Cass and Dade. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 9th, 1859. (For Act to provide for the election of county Treasurer of, see Act No. 261; To provide for the election of county Treasurer, in the counties of Berrien, c. See also Act No. 268; To repeal so much of the first section of an Act, approved December 24th, 1825, so far as relates to the counties of Forsyth, c. HANCOCK. (For Act to reduce the Sheriff's bond of Hancock, see Act No. 276, to compensate the sheriffs of Jefferson, c. HARALSON. 17. Act of 1858 repealed. 18. Repeals an Act consolidating the offices of Clerk of the Superior and In. 18. ferior Courts of Haralson. 19. Includes White county. (No. 272.) An Act to repeal an act entitled an act to consolidate the offices of Tax Collector and Receiver of tax returns for the county of Haralson, assented to, December 11 th, 1858, and for other purposes. * * See pam. of 1858, 154. 17. SECTION I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That an act entitled an act to consolidate the offices of Tax Collector and Receiver of tax returns, of the county of Haralson, assented to, Dec. 11th, 1858, be and the same is hereby repealed. Act of 1858 repealed. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 20th, 1859.

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(No. 273.) An Act to repeal an act entitled an act to consolidate the [Illegible Text] of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts, of the county of Haralson, assented to December 22 nd, 1857, and for other purposes. * * See pam. of 1857, 240. 18. SECTION I The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, enact, That an act entitled an act to consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of the county of Haralson, assented to December the 22nd, 1857, be and the same is hereby repealed; Provided, that the provisions of this act shall not take effect until the first day of January next. Repeals an act consolidating the offices of Clerk of the S. and I. C'ts. of Haralson [Illegible Text]. 19. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the county of White be included in the provisions of this act. Includes White co. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 19th, 1859. IRWIN. 20. Office of Tax Collector and Receiver of Irwin county consolidated. 21. Sheriff's Bond of Irwin county eight thousand dollars. (No. 274.) An Act to consolidate the offices of Tax Collector and Tax Receiver of the county of Irwin. 20. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the offices of Tax Collector and Tax Receiver, for the county of Irwin, shall be held by one and the same person, any law, usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Office of tax collector and Receiver of Irwin county consolidated. Approved, Dec. 2d, 1859. (No. 275.) An Act to reduce the Sheriff's Bond in Irwin county, and for other purposes. 21. SECTION I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly, That hereafter the bond to be executed by the Sheriff of Irwin, shall be for the sum of eight thousand dollars, any law, usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Sheriff's bond of Irwin co. $8000. Assented to, Dec. 13th. 1859. JEFFERSON. 22. Sheriff of Jefferson allowed twenty-five cents each for summoning Grand and Petit Jurors. 23. Sheriff's bond of Hancock, Jefferson and McIntosh, ten thousand dollars. (No. 276.) An Act to compensate the Sheriffs of Jefferson county for service of sup[oelig]nas on Grand and Petit Jurors, of said county, and to reduce the Sheriff's bond thereof, and to reduce the Sheriff's bonds in the counties of Hancock and McIntosh, and for other purposes. 22. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of

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this act, the Sheriffs of the county of Jefferson, shall be entitled to the sum of twenty cents for each Grand and Petit Juror he shall sup[oelig]na to attend either the Superior or Inferior Courts of said county, to be paid out of any moneys in the Treasury of said county not otherwise appropriated. Sheriffs of Jefferson allowed 25 [Illegible Text]. each for [Illegible Text] G. P. Jurors. 23. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the bonds of the Sheriffs of the counties of Hancock, Jefferson and McIntosh shall hereafter be given for the sum of ten thousand dollars each, instead of twenty thousand dollars, as now required by law. Sheriff's bond of Hancock. Jefferson and McIntosh $10,000. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 17th, 1859. JOHNSON. 24. Sheriff's Bond of Johnson eight thousand dollars. (No. 277.) An Act to reduce the Sheriff's Bond of the county of Johnson. 24. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Sheriff of Johnson county shall be required in future, to give bond in the sum of eight thousand dollars, instead of twenty thousand dollars, as is now required by law. Sheriff's bond of Johnson $8000. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 20th, 1859. LUMPKIN. (For act to provide for the election of County Treasurer, see act No. 261; To provide for the election of County Treasurer in the counties of Berrien, c.) MARION. 25. Gives additional compensation to Tax Receiver of Marion county. (No. 278.) An Act to compensate the Tax Receiver of Marion county for services rendered. 25. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Tax Receiver of Marion county do receive five per cent on all amounts received by him as tax returns for county purposes, assessed by the Inferior Court of said county, in proportion with the Tax Collector of said county. Gives addi tional compensation of Tax Receiver of Marion co. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. (For act to provide for the election of county Treasurers, see act No. 261, To provide for the election of county Treasurer in the counties of Berrien, c.)

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McINTOSH. (For act to reduce the Sheriff's Bond to $10,000, see act No. 276 To compensate the Sheriff of Jefferson, c. MILTON. 26. Sheriff's Bond of Milton county reduced to $10,000. (No. 279.) An act to reduce the Sheriff's Bond of the county of Milton. 26. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Sheriff's Bond of the county of Milton, shall be reduced from twenty thousand dollars, to the sum of ten thousand dollars. Sheriff's bond of Milton Co. reduced to $10,000. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. MITCHELL. (For act to provide for the election of County Treasurer, see act, No. 261, To provide for the election of County Treasurer of the counties of Berrien, c.) NEWTON. (For act to provide for the election of County Treasurer, see act No. 251, To provide for the election of County Treasurer for the county of Berrien, c. See also, act No. 268 To repeal so much of the first section of an act, c., approved Dec. 24th, 1825, c., as relates to the counties of Forsyth, c.) QUITMAN. 27. Offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts, consolidated. (No. 280.) An act to consolidate the offices of the Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts in the county of Quitman. 27. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts, be consolidated into the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court, who is hereby authorized and required to perform all the duties and receive the emoluments belonging to both offices, any law, usage, or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Offices of Cl'k, of S. I. Court of Quitman consolidated. Approved Dec. 19th., 1859.

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SCHLEY. 28. Offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts, consolidated. 29. Sheriff's Bond $10,000. (No. 281.) An act to consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of the county of Schley, and to reduce the Bond of the Sheriff of said county. 27. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That one Clerk shall fill or hold the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts of the county of Schley. Offices of S. and I. Cl'k of Schley consolidated. 29. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the bond of the Sheriff of said county of Schley, be reduced from twenty thousand, to ten thousand dollars. Sheriff Bond $10,000. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. WARE. [For act to provide for the election of County Treasurer, see act No. 261, To provide for the election of County Treasurer in the Counties of Berrien, c.] WILCOX. 30. Offices of Tax Collector and Receiver of Wilcox county, consolidated. (No. 282.) An act to consolidate the offices of Tax Receiver and Collector of Wilcox county. 30. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act the offices of Tax Collector and Receiver of tax returns of the county of Wilcox, shall be consolidated, and both offices held by one and the same person, any law or usage to the contrary notwithstanding. Office of Tax Collector and Rec'r of Wilcox co. consolidated. Approved December 9th, 1859. [For act to provide for the election of County Treasurer, see act No. 261, To provide for the election of County Treasurer in the counties of Berrien, c.] WHITE. 31. Sheriff's Bond of White county, reduced to $5,000. (No. 283.) An act to reduce the Sheriff's Bond of the county of White. 31. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the bond of the Sheriff of White county be reduced from

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the sum of twenty thousand dollars, to the sum of five thousand dollars. Sheriff's bond of White co. reduced to $5,000. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 3d, 1859. TITLE VIII. COUNTY REGULATIONS. BAKER. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] BANKS. [For Act to provide for the payment of the person appointed to take down testimony in criminal cases, see Act No. 284, To provide for the payment of the person appointed by the Judge of the Superior Courts of the counties of Burke, c.] BURKE. 1. Competent persons employed to take down testimony in criminal cases in the Superior Courts of certain countiesJudge to certify to accountInferior Court to pay them. (No. 284.) An Act to provide for the payment of the person appointed by the Judge of the Superior Courts of the counties of Burke, Banks, Chatham, Columbia, and Floyd, to take down testimony on the trial of criminal cases in said Courts, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, in the trial of criminal cases in the Superior Courts of the counties of Burke, Banks, Chatham, Columbia and Floyd, whenever the Judges of the said Courts shall appoint any person to take down the testimony in said cases, according to existing laws, it shall be the duty of the said Judges to certify to the amount which, in their judgment, they shall deem just and proper to be paid to such person for such service; and it shall be the duty of the Justices of the Inferior Courts of said counties, on presentation to them of said certificate, to draw their warrant on the treasurers of said counties for the amount so certified to, in favor of the person performing said service. Competent persons employed to take down testimony in criminal cases in the S. Courts of certain counties, Judge to certify to am't. I. Court to pay them. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, December 19th, 1859.

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[For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] BUTTS. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] CATOOSA. 2 Jurors in Justices Courts in Catoosa and Dade, allowed compensation for servicesTo be taxed in the bill of costs. (No. 285.) An Act to regulate the fees of Jurors in Justices' Courts in the counties of Catoosa and Dade. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That from and after the passage of this act, each and every juror serving in any cause in any Justices' Court in the counties of Catoosa and Dade, shall be and they are hereby entitled to receive fifty cents for each and every cause by them tried; and that said fees shall be taxed in the bill of cost, and collected as other court costs are now collected. Jurors in J. Courts in Catoosa and Dade allowed compensation for services. To be taxed in the bill of costs. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. CHATHAM. [For Act to provide for the payment of the person appointed to take down testimony in criminal cases, see act No. 284, To provide for the payment of the person appointed by the Judges of the Superior Courts of the counties of Burke, c.] CHATTAHOOCHEE. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] CHATTOOGA. [For Act to compensate Managers of Elections in, see Act No. 296, To compensate Managers of Elections in Warren, c.] CHARLTON. 3. Boxing trees in Charlton county upon lands held in peaceable possession, prohibited. 4. And the offence made a misdemeanor. (No. 286.) An Act to protect the possession of lands of actual residents of the cownty of Charlton, and for other purposes. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and immediately after the passage of this act, if any person or persons boxes the trees upon any of the lands in the county of Charlton that are

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held in peaceable possession by any person or persons, the person or persons so boxing shall be liable to be sued in any Court having jurisdiction of trespass, and shall be liable for any damages that may be caused by the boxing of such trees; Provided, that the person or persons that shall be guilty of boxing such lands (trees?) has paramount title then, they shall not be liable. Boxing trees in Charlton co. upon lands held in peaceable possession, prohibited. 4. SEC. II. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That if any person violates the provisions of this act, they shall be liable to indictment, and on conviction thereof, shall be liable to fine or imprisonment, at the discretion of the Court. And the offence made a misdemean'r. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. CLAY. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341.] CLINCH. [For Act to prevent the firing of woods in, see Act No. 287, To prevent the firing of woods between the first day of May and the first day of February, in each and every year, in the counties of Echols, c.] COLQUITT. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] COLUMBIA. [For Act to provide for the payment of the person to take down testimony in criminal cases, see Act No. 284, To provide for the payment of the person appointed by the Judges of the Superior Courts of the counties of Burke, c.] DADE. [For Act to regulate the fees of Jurors in Justices Courts in, see Act No. 285, To regulate the fees of Jurors in Justices Courts in the counties of Catoosa, c.] DECATUR. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c. DOOLY. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.]

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EARLY. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] ECHOLS. 5. The firing of woods in the counties of Echols and Clinch, between the first of February and May, made a misdemeanor. (No. 287.) An Act to prevent the firing of woods between the first day of May and the first day of February, in each and every year, in the counties of Echols and Clinch, and for other purposes. 5. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That any person who shall fire the woods, or cause the same to be fired at any time after the first day of May next, between the first day of May and the first day of February, in each and every year, in the counties of Echols and Clinch, shall be guilty of a high misdemeanor, and on conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars, or imprisonment in the common jail of the county not exceeding thirty days, at the discretion of the Court. The firing of woods in the counties of Echols and Clinch between the 1st of Feb. and May, made a misdemeanor. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 20th, 1859. FLOYD. [For Act to provide for the payment of the person appointed to take down testimony in criminal cases, see Act No. 284, To provide for the payment of the person appointed by the Judges of the Superior Courts in the counties of Burke, c.] FULTON. [For Act regulating Poor House of Fulton county, see Act No. 170.] GLASSCOCK. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] GLYNN. [For Act to prevent peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341; To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] GREENE. [For Act to prevent the peddling of liquors in, see Title Peddler's Act, No. 341; for Act to compensate Managers of Elections in, see Act No. 296, To compensate Managers of Elections in Warren, c.]

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GWINNETT. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] HANCOCK. 6. Inferior Court of Hancock county shall not grant license or refuse, as specified in Act of 1858. 7. Act of 1858 not to stop sale of liquor made in county. (No. 288.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act authorizing the arrest by the Marshal of the village of Sparta, without warrant, and for other purposes, assented to 11 th December, 1858, so far as said act relates to the regulation of the liquor traffic in the county of Hancock. * * An Act to regulate slaves and free persons of color in Richmond and Hancock, 1832, pam. 174-5-6, prohibits negroes, c., from keeping houses of entertainment; c.; from vending goods, c; from selling spirituous liquors, c. c. An Act to regulate the retail of spirituous liquors in Hancock county, 1857, pam. 252-3, vests the exclusive control of retail license in the Inferior Court. An Act to authorize the Marshal of the village of Sparta to arrest without warrant, c.; 1858, pam. 143-4, provides that no license be granted except upon the petition of a majority of the legal voters residing within three miles of the place of retailing. 6. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Court of the county of Hancock shall not have the discretion to grant or refuse license, as specified in said Act of the 11th December, 1858, but shall, in all cases, grant or refuse said license according to the petition of a majority of the legal voters within three miles of the locality where the license is to be exercised; that is to say, they shall grant the license when a majority of the voters, ascertained as prescribed in said Act of December, 1858, shall petition in favor of such license, and they shall refuse such license when a majority of voters are against the granting of the same. I. court of Hancock shall not grant license or refuse as specified in act of 1858 but shall grant license if maj. of voters in 3 miles of place where license is to be exercised shall petition for license, [Illegible Text] not otherwise. 7. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That said Act of 11th December, 1858, shall not be so construed as to interfere with the sale of spirituous liquors, manufactured by any citizen in said county, nor so construed as to repeal any existing statute which regulates the sale of liquors which has been manufactured by the seller. Act of 1858 not to stop sale of liquor made in co. Nor interfere with any law which regulates sale of liquor made by seller. Approved December 17th, 1859. HENRY. 8. Extends provisions of act of 1854 to Henry county. (No. 289.) An act to amend an act, entitled an act to prescribe the mode of laying out private ways, and for other purposes, approved Feb. 20 th, 1854 * * See pamph. of 1853-4, 88.9, 90, 1, and notes on page 89. 8. SEC. I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That the above recited act be amend by extending the provisions of the same to the county of Henry. Extends its provisions to Henry Co. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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[For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No 341, To prevent the sale of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] HOUSTON. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the sale of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] IRWIN. 9. Penalty for poisoning water courses in the county of Irwin. (No. 290.) An act to prohibit persons in the county of Irwin from poisoning the water courses with any kind of poisonous substances for the purposes of cathing fish. 9. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, any person or persons in the county of Irwin who shall use any poisonous substance for the purpose of killing fish, shall be fined in a sum not less tnan fifty dollars upon the finding of a bill of indictment, and upon conviction of the same; and the informant shall receive half the amount. Penalty for poisoning water courses in co. of Irwin. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting Laws. Approved December 2d, 1859. [For act to compel non-residents to pay tax on stock cattle, see act No. 297, To compel all persons non-residents of the county of Wayne, c.] JEFFERSON. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spiritous liquors in Greene, c.] LAURENS. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] MONROE. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] NEWTON. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.]

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PIKE. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c. RICHMOND. 10. Hunting in Richmond in certain cases between 10th April and 1st October prohibitedPenaltyHalf to informer. (No. 291.) An act to prevent the shooting, netting and hunting of Patridges, Doves, Snipes, Turkeys, Ducks, or other game birds, in Richmond county within certain times; and for other purposes. 10. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, it shall not be lawful for any person or persons to shoot, net, hunt or kill any Patridges, Doves, Snipes, Turkeys, Ducks, or other wild game birds, or either of them, in the county of Richmond, between the tenth day of April and the first day of October, in each and every year hereafter; and for any violation of the provisions of this act, any person or persons shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and on conviction therefor, shall be fined or imprisoned in the discretion of the Court; one half of said fine in all cases to go to the informer or prosecutor, who shall be a competent witness on said trial. Hunting in Richmond in certain cases between 10th Apr. and 1st. Oct. prohibited. Penalty. Half to informer. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. SCHLEY. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of Spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] SCRIVEN. 11. Unlawful to kill deer in Seriven county before 1862. 12. Provides a penalty for a violation of preceding section. (No. 292.) An act to prevent the killing of Deer in the county of Scriven. 11. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, it shall not be lawful for any person or persons within the limits of the county of Scriven, by the use of fire arms or other weapons to kill any buck, doe, fawn, or any kind of wild deer whatever, until on and after the first day of September eighteen hundred and sixty-two. Unlawful to kill deer in Scriven co. before 1862. 12. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That any person or persons, who do violate the first section of this act, shall be subject to indictment for the same in the Superior Court of said county, and on conviction

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shall be compelled to pay a fine of two hundred dollarsone-half to go to the prosecutor and the other to the poor or common school fund of said county. Provides Penalty for preceeding section. Assented to, December 19th, 1859. SPALDING. [For act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] STEWART. 13. Liquor. 14. Liquor. 15. OathFee. 16. Liquor licenseMoney go to poor school fund. (No. 293.) An act to regulate the sale of spirituous liquors in the county of Stewart; and for other purposes. 13. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the first day of January eighteed hundred and sixty, any person desiring to sell any spirituous liquors in the county of Stewart, shall pay to the Clerk of the Inferior Court, the sum of fifty dollars annually for license to retail; and whenever any spirituous liquors without regard to quantity, are sold and permitted to be drank in the house, or in any back room attached to said house wherein such spirituous liquors are sold, it shall be considered as retailing, and subject to the same fines and penalties. Liquor. 14. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That any person desiring to sell any spirituous liquors, in said counties, in greater quanties than one quart, shall pay to the Clerk of the Inferior Court of said county, the sum of twenty-five dollars for license so to sell. Liquor. 15. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That any person taking out license under either of the foregoing sections of this act, shall take and subscribe to the oath administered to those who now retail, and shall be subject to the same fines and penalties, and shall pay the Clerk of the Inferior Court for issuing license under this act as is now paid for issuing retail license. Oath. Fee. 16. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the Clerk of the Inferior Court be, and he is hereby required to pay over to the Ordinary, all monies he may receceive for issuing said license, and the same shall become a part and parcel of the poor school fund of said county. Liquor licens: money goes to poor school fund. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.

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SUMTER. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] TALIAFERRO. 17. Managers of elections in Taliaferro paid $1.00 each. 10. Special, Criminal and Petit Jurors paid $1.00 each in Taliaferro. (No. 294.) An act to provide for the payment of officers presiding at the polls on elections hereafter to be held in Taliaferro county; and for other purposes therein mentioned. 17. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That all persons whose duty it becomes to preside at the polls on elections, hereafter held in Taliaferro county, in this State, shall be entitled to and receive for said services when satisfaction shall have been received, of the Treasurer of said county, the sum of one dollar each; and it shall be the duty of said Treasurer to pay said officers, said sum from said county Treasury. Managers of elections in Taliferro paid $1 each. 18. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That all persons whose duty it becomes to serve as special, criminal and petit jurors in the county of Taliaferro, after service shall have been rendered, aforesaid jurors shall be entitled to and receive the sum of one dollar each per day, for every day required to servethe Treasurer of said county when satisfaction shall have been received of said service shall pay said sum to each juror from said county treasury; and the Inferior Court of said county shall levy and collect an extra tax for that purposeall laws to the countrary notwithstanding. Special criminal and Petit Jurors. paid each $1 per day, in Taliaferro. 1. court may levy tax for that purpose. Approved December 20th, 1859. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] TERRELL. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.]

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THOMAS. 19. Thomas county authorized by a majority vote, to aid in building the South Georgia and Florida Railroad. 20. Stock taken bound for reduction of bonds, interest paid by dividens. 21. Inferior Court may levy a tax upon State Tax to pay interest, c. (No. 295.) An Act to authorize the county of Thomas, to aid in the construction of the South Georgia and Florida Railroad, from Albany in the county of Dougherty, or any point in its vicinity on either side of Flint river, to Thomasville in the county of Thomas, and from Thomasville to any point on the Florida line, as said Georgia and Florida Railroad Company may deem best, by the subscription for stock, and the issue of bonds therefor, upon a vote of the citizens. 19. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That on the first Monday in January, eighteen hundred and sixty, and any time thereafter which shall be determined, ordered and published by the Inferior Court, or a majority of the Justices of said Court, giving at least thirty days notice thereof, to the legal voters of Thomas county, they shall assembly at the Court House and election precincts in said county, and vote county subscription or no county subscription; the election shall be conducted and held in the same manner as elections are required to be held for county officers, and the returns shall be made to the justices of the Inferior Court, or a majority of them, who shall consolidate the returns, and enter the same upon the minutes or records of said Court; and if a majority of the votes so cast, shall have been for county subscription, then the Inferior Court shall subscribe not less than one hundred thousand dollars, nor more than one hundred and fifty thousand dollars, to the capital stock of the South Georgia and Florida Railroad Company, and shall issue bonds of Thomas county therefor, to such Railroad Company in payment for such stock at par value, in amounts not exceeding one thousand dollars each, payable not exceeding ten years from date, bearing interest at seven per cent per annum, payable semi-annually at such place or places as the said Inferior Court may determine. Thomas co. authorized by a majority vote to aid in building the S. Ga. and Florida R. R. Manner of taking the vote. Am't. of subscription. Bonds, c. Interest semi annual, 20. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock subscribed by Thomas county, in the South Georgia and Florida Railroad Company, under the provisions of this act, as well as the resources derivable from the county tax, shall be pledged for the redemption of the bonds; and the said stock shall not be used, or transferred for any other purpose, but the dividends of profit shall be appropriated to the payment of interest on said bonds, and the stock shall be appropriated to their redemption. Stock taken bound for redemption of bonds. Interest paid by dividends. 21. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the Inferior Court of Thomas county, shall assess and collect a county tax of such per cent upon the State tax, as shall be sufficient to pay the interest, protect the credit, and should it be necessary after the application of the county Railroad stock for that purpose, to provide for the

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redemption at maturity of said county bonds, as may be issued under this act, Provided, that nothing in the foregoing section of this act, shall be so construed as to pledge, or appropiate any portion of the State tax to be raised in said county, for the payment of interest on, or redemption of said bonds. In. conrt may levy a tax upon State tax to pay interest c. None of State tax appropriated. 22. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, c., That the county of Thomas, shall be a corporation with all necessary power and ability, and all liabilties for the purposes of this act, and shall be represented in its corporate capacity by the Inferior Court of said county. Thomas co. incorporated to give effoct to this act. Represented by Inferior court. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. TROUP. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] UPSON. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341., To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene c.] WARREN. 22. Managers of elections to be paid in the counties of Warren, Chattooga and Greene. 23. Also Clerks, affidavits. 24. But one set to be paid. (No. 296.) An Act to compensate managers of election in Warren, Chattooga and Greene counties, and for other purposes. 23. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That it shall be the duty of the county Treasurers, of Warren, Chattooga and Greene counties, to pay to each manager of elections at any of the precincts of said counties, one dollar and a half per day, and one of the same, two dollars for taking the returns to the Court House; and also, to each of the managers of elections at the Court House, three dollars per day, for holding elections, and one of the same two dollars for consolidating returns. Managers of elections to be paid in the Warren, Chattooga Greene out of county Treas. 24. SEC. II. The Clerks of elections at precincts, shall each have one dollar per day for their services, and Clerks of elections at at Court Houses, shall each have two dollars per day for their services, and the county Treasurers shall pay the wages herein provided, whenever the managers or Clerks shall make affidavit that they have rendered the service for which wages are claimed. Also Cl'ks. Affidavit. 25. SEC. III. But one set of managers and Clerks for any one election, shall be entitled to the pay provided, in this act, all conflicting laws to the contrary notwithstanding. But one set to he paid. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act, No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.

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WAYNE. 26. Duty of non-residents owning cattle in certain counties, to pay an extra tax on the same. 27. In case of failure to comply, Tax Receiver to levy double tax. (No. 297.) An Act to compel all persons non-residents of the counties of Wayne, Irwin and Wilcox, owning, penning and grazing stock cattle in said counties, to return and pay taxes on the same in the counties aforesaid. 26. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be the duty of all persons owning, penning and grazing stock cattle in the counties of Wayne, Irwin and Wilcox, to return and pay taxes upon said stock in said counties; and it shall be the duty of the Receiver of Tax Returns to assess a county tax, on all stock as above of non-residents, of five cents per head above the State and county tax on stock of residents of said counties. Duty of nonresidents owning cattle in certain counties to pay an extra tax on the same. 27. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That should the owners of stock as above, refuse to comply with the foregoing provisions of this act, then it shall be the duty of the Receiver of Tax Returns to double tax said stock; which tax shall be collected as in all other cases of default. In case of failure to comply, Tax Receiver to levy double tax. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 19th, 1859. WEBSTER. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c.] WILCOX. 28. Law on tavern licenses repealed, so far as Wilcox county is concerned, liquor license for Wilcox, assessed by Inferior Court. (No. 298.) An Act to repeal an act entitled an act to amend an act entitled an act to regulate the tavern licenses in this State, approved December 15 th, 1809, so far as the same relates to the county of Wilcox. 28. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the above and foregoing act shall be repealed, so far as relates to the county of Wilcox; and that in future it shall be the duty of the Inferior Court of said county, to assess the price for license to retail spirituous liquors in the county of Wilcox, as prescribed by the general laws on the subject now in force. Law on tavern license repealed so far as Wilcox co. is concerued. Liquor license for Wilcox assessed by I. Court. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 3d, 1859. [For act to compell non-residents to pay on stock cattle in Wilcox county, see Act No. 297 To compel all persons non-residents of the counties of Wayne, c.]

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WILKES. [For Act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, see Act No. 341, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, c. TITLE IX. COUNTY SITE. EMANUEL. [For Act to compel certain officers to keep their offices at county site, see Act No. 267, To compel certain offices of Emanue county, to be kept at the county site] LOWNDES. 1. Commissioners to locate county site for Lowndes, may sell lots, c. 2. Public buildings. 3. Troupville to remain county site until new county site is located. 4. New site Valdosta. 5. Line between Brooks and Lowndes. (No. 299.) An Act to remore the county site of Lowndes county, to change the line between said county and the county of Brooks, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That James Harrell, Dennis Worthington John R. Stapler and William H. Goldwire, be and they are hereby appointed Commissioners, and they, or a majority of them shall choose another Commissioner, if necessary, who shall be authorized to procure by purchase or otherwise for the benefit of the county of Lowndes, on or before the first day of January next, some suitable place, on the line of the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad, and as near the centre of said county as practicable, where, at least one hundred acres of land can be had on the best terms for the location of the county site of said county of Lowndes; and shall cause the same or such part thereof, as may be deemed advisable, to be laid off into town lots, and sold at public outcry, at the place so selected for a county site, to the highest bidder, after having given, at least, thirty days notice of said sale, in two or more public Gazettes of this State, retaining two or more acres for the public use. Comr's. to locate county site for Lowndes. May sell lots c. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That after the sale of said lots, the Justices of the Inferior Court shall provide for the erection of public buildings, in such manner as they, or a majority of them shall think proper. Public buildings. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the county site of said county, shall continue to be and remain at Troupville, in said county, until said Commissioners shall have procured and located said county site under this act. Troupville to remain connty site till new site is located.

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4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That said new county site shall be called Valdosta. New site Valdosta. 5. SEV. V. Be it further enacted, That the East Bank of Little river, from the junction of Withlacoochee and Little rivers, following said Little river, on its East Bank, and deflecting so as to include the residence of Shadrack Griffin, residing on lot number (178) one hundred and seventy-eight in the (12) twelfth district of said county; thence to said Little river, and thence to the line of Berrien county, shall be the dividing line between the counties of Brooks and Lowndes, from said junction of said rivers to the line of Berrien county. Line between Brooks and Lowndes. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Nov. 21th, 1859. MONTGOMERY. 6. Inferior Court of Montgomery may sell town lots of new county site, at such time as they may think best. (No. 300.) An act to alter and amend an act, entitled an act to submit the question of the remoral of the county site of Montgomery connty to the voters of said county, and for carrying out the will of the majority, assented to December 21 st, 1857. * * 856, Pamphlet, 259.60. 6. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That the second section of the above recited act, be, and the same is hereby altered and amended, so as to allow the Justices of the Inferior Court to sell the town lots of the new county site, at such time, and in such manner, as they, or a majority of them, shall deem best for the interest of the county. 1. Court of Montgomery may sell town lots of new county site at such time and as they think best. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859.

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TITLE X. EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND GUARDIANS. BULLOCH COUNTY. 1. How James Young's estate may be sold. (No. 301.) An Act to authorize the Administrators of the estate of James Young, Sen., deceased, of Bulloch county, to advertise and sell the property of said estate, and to make titles to the same. 1. SECTION. I. Be it enacted, c. That James Young, Jr., and John Cameron, Administrators of the estate of James Young, Sen., deceased, of Bulloch county, be, and they are hereby authorized and empowered to advertise and sell the lands and other property belonging to said estate, to sell each parcel of land, and the property attached to it, on the land itself, instead of selling it before the Court House doors, of the counties of Bulloch and Screven; to commence the sales on the first Tuesday in December next, and to continue them from day to day, until all the property be sold; and the titles made by the said Administrators to the property sold, shall be valid in law. How James Young's estate may be sold. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, November 30th, 1859. HABERSHAM COUNTY. 2. How letters of Guardianship may be obtained on the estate, in Georgia, of S. S. Hackett. (No. 302.) An Act to authorize the Ordinary of Habcrsham county to grant letters of Guardianship on the estate of Susan S. Hackett, in this State. Whereas, Susan S. Hackett, a lunatic in the Asylum at Columbia, South Carolina, is possessed of considerable property, by legacy, consisting principally of negroes and real estate, residing and situated in the county of Habersham, in this State, to manage and control which, it is important that a Guardian be appointed; and Preamble. Whereas, It will be expensive and troublesome to bring the said Susan S. Hackett before the proper tribunal of this State, and have a commission of lunacy regularly found against her, according to existing laws; 2. SECTION I Be it therefore enacted, That the Ordinary of the county of Habersham, be authorized to grant letters of Guardianship, to any proper applicant for the same, on the estate of the said Susan S. Hackett, situated in this State, in the same manner as

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though she were a resident of this State, without the production of the lunatic in Court, but upon written testimony of the fact of lunacy, before said Ordinary; any law to the contrary notwithstanding. How letters of Guardianship may be obtained on the estate, in Ga. of S. S. Hackett. Approved, Dec. 3d, 1859. HARRIS COUNTY. 3. Toliver Jones' landed estate to be sold in Harris. Proviso. (No. 303.) An Act to authorize the Administrators of the estate of the late Toliver Jones, of the county of Harris, to sell all the lands belonging to the estate of the said Toliver Jones, lying and being in the counties of Harris, Muscogee and Talbot, at the Court House, in the county of Harris. 3. SECTION. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the Administrators of the estate of the late Toliver Jones, of Harris county, be, and they are hereby authorized to sell all the lands of said estate, lying or being situate in the counties of Harris, Muscogee and Talbot, at the Court House of the county of Harris, on the first Tuesday in January next; Provided, said sale has been, at the time of sale, advertised the length of time now required by law for Administrators' sales; and that all other legal requirements, governing such sales, be complied with; any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Toliver Jones landed estate to be sold in Harris. Proviso. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859. HEARD COUNTY. 4. Estate of R. Bradford, and S. Moffatt, and R. H. Bradford, released from bond. Proviso. (No, 304.) An Act for the relief of the estate of Robert Bradford, deceased, and Samuel Moffatt and Robert H. Bradford Executors of the same. Whereas, At the May term of the Superior Court, holden for Heard county, in the year eighteen hundred and fifty-six, the Grand Jury of said county returned a true bill against John M. Bradford, for the crime of forgery, and by virtue of a bench warrant issued in in pursuance of said indictment, the Sheriff of Troup county arrested the said John M. Bradford, and lodged him in the common Jail of said county, and while confined, he persuaded and induced his father Robert Bradford, then a very old man, feeble in body and mind, to become his security and bail, in a bond of recognizance for one thousand dollars, and as soon as the said John M. Bradford obtained his liberty, he fled the country, and has not since been heard from; and Preamble. Whereas, The enforcement and collection of the forfeiture obligation of the bond will not bring the guilty to justice, but will

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greatly injure and impoverish the aged and infirm widow of the innocent security; for remedy whereof, 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That from and after the passage of this act, the estate of Rob't Bradford, decased, and Samuel Moffatt, and Rob't H. Bradford, Executors of the same, be, and they are hereby released and discharged from all the liabilities and obligations of said bond of recognizance; Provided, that the said Moffatt and Bradford, Executors of said Rob't H. Bradford deceased, shall pay all costs incurred on bond of recognizance, and such further sums as may be due to the said officers of said Superior Court, audited and allowed for criminal prosecutions. Estate of R. Bradford and Maffat and R. H. Bradford released from bond. Proviso. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 16th, 1859. LIBERTY COUNTY. 5. Florence E. Winn authorized to receive from her Guardian, a sufficient amount to support her. (No. 305.) An Act to authorize Thomas W. Fleming, Guardian of Florence E. Winn, a minor, to pay her the amount therein specified. Whereas, Florence E. Winn, an orphan female, seventeen years of age, of the county of Liberty, is in a low state of health; and Whereas, The annual increase of her estate, now in the hands of Thomas W. Fleming, her Guardian, is insufficient to support and maintain her, in her said diseased condition; 5. SECTION I. Be it therefore enacted, That the said Florence E. Winn be, and she is hereby authorized to have and receive of her said Guardian, Thomas W. Fleming, an amount sufficient out of her said estate, to pay her annual expenses in her said diseased condition, and that her said Guardian be, and he is hereby authorized to pay the said sum, so necessary for her annual expenses, out of her said estate. Florence E. Winn authorized to receive from her Guardian a sufficient amount to support her. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19, 1859. PIKE COUNTY. 6. Executors may distribute estate of C S. Pringle, as widow may desire. (No. 306.) An Act to authorize a distribution of the estate of Coleman S. Pringle, deceased. Whereas, Coleman S. Pringle, late of Pike county, deceased, left a will, which among other things, he left his estate real and personal to his widow, Keturah Pringle, who was authorized to pay the children, legatees in his estate, seven hundred dollars each, as

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they come of age, and to hold the balance of the estate during her natural life; and Preamble. Whereas, The said Keturah refuses to keep said estate together, and desires to have a full distribution of the same; 6. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That Seaborn Covington and Barton S. Pringle, Executors of said will of Coleman S. Pringle, are duly authorized by this act, to sell and distribute said estate, or such portion thereof, as the widow of said testator may desire. Exr's. may distribute estate as widow may desire. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859 WALTON COUNTY. 7. Administrator of R. J. Culbreath allowed to find the distributive share of Lucy J. Culbreath, by an order of the Court of Ordinary, and to pay the same to her. 8. Balance of the said estate remain the joint property of the two minor children, till marriage or arrival of, to the age of twenty-one years, (No. 307.) An Act to authorize Absalom E. Roberts, Administrator upon the estate of Robert J. Culbreath, deceased, under an order of the Court of Ordinary, of Walton county, to have the distributive share of the widow of said deceased, ascertained, in the estate of said deceased, and to pay the same over to her, and then, for the balance of said estate, subject to be distributed, to be and remain the property jointly of the two minor children of said deceased, until one of them shall marry or arrive at full age. 7. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c, That Absalom E. Roberts, of Walton county, Administrator upon the estate of Robert J. Culbreath, deceased, be, and he is hereby authorized, under an order of the Court of Ordinary, of Walton county, to have ascertained the distributive share of Lucy J. Culbreath, the widow of deceased, in his estate, and to pay the same over to her in full. Admr'x. of R. J. Culbreath allowed to find the distributive share of Lucy J. Culbreath by an order of court of Ord. and pay same to her, 8. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That then, the balance of said estate thereafter to be distributed, shall be, and remain the joint property of the two minor children, and the only remaining heirs of said deceased, until the arrival to the age of twenty-one years, or marriage of one of said children. Ballance of said estate to remain joint property of the 2 minor children or till marriage or arrival of one to age of 21. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 20th, 1859. WASHINGTON COUNTY. 9. Nicholas A. Long appointed Executor of the will of John A. Long. Not to effect suits now pending. How made a party to suits. (No. 308.) An Act to allow Nicholas A. Long of the State of Florida, to obtain letters testamentary, according to the laws now of force in this State, upon the estate of John Long, deceased, of Washington county, 9. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That Nicholas A. Long, a citizen of the State of Florida, appointed Executor in the will of John Long,

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deceased, have the same right and privilege as a citizen of this State, so far as to probate the will of the said John Long, deceased, and to obtain letters testamentary upon the estate, both real and personal, of said deceased, lying and being in this State, and to administer said estate, as fully and perfectly as if he was a citizen of this State; Provided, that nothing herein contained shall effect suits now in progress against the representative of said estate, but the said Long shall be made a party without further notice or delay, and that personal service on the said Long, shall not be necessary for the commencement or progress of any suit hereafter to be instituted against the representatives of said estate, but publication for thirty days in any Gazette of this State, to be indicated by an order from the Judge of the Superior Court, for the time being, of the county in which said suit is to be brought, on application of the Plaintiff, either in term time or vacation, shall be sufficient, and in lien of any personal service. Nicholas A. Lang appointed Ex'r. of of will of Jao. Lang. Not to effect suits now pending. How made a party to suits. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 1st, 1859. WILKES COUNTY. 10. Administrators may sell the real estate of William Q. Anderson and Thomas Favor. Proviso. Commissioners of Dower. (No. 309.) An Act to authorize the Administrators of William Q. Anderson, deceased, and of Thomas Favor, deceased, to sell the real estate of said deceased, and for other purposes. Whereas, It is to the interest of the estates above named, that Administrators have leave to sell the real estate, by the first Tuesday in December next, or January, eighteen hundred and sixty: Preamble. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That the Administrators of the said William Q. Anderson, and the said Thomas Favor, both late of Wilkes county, deceased, have leave to sell the real estate of said parties, deceased, or so much thereof as they may deem advisable, upon the first Tuesday of December next, or of January, eighteen hundred and sixty; Provided, the consent of the Ordinary, at chambers, be granted to them, and that the Ordinory may appoint Commissioners of dower, to set apart to the widow of said Thomas Favor, her dower, or money in lieu thereof, and confirm the report of such Commissioners, unless caveated, in which case, he shall return the caveat to the next term of the Superior Court. Adm'rs may sell real estate of Wm. Q. Anderson and Thomas Favor. Proviso. Com'rs of Dower. Approved, November 30th, 1859.

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11. Sale of negroes authorized. Proviso. (No. 310. An Act to authorize A. C. Trimbell, the Administrator of Andrew M. Hamilton, deceased, to sell the negroes belonging to the estate of his intestate, on the first Tuesday in January next. 11. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c. That it shall be lawful for A. C. Trimbell, Administrator of the estate of Andrew M. Hamilton, late of said * * Said, as here used, is clearly a mistake, as no reference is made in the Act to any county, nor is the county in which the property is held, or to which the parties belong, in any wise designated. county, deceased, to sell the negroes of his intestate, on the first Tuesday in January next; Provided, the same shall have been advertised twenty days before the day of sale. Sale of negroes authorized. Proviso. Approved, December 3d, 1859. TITLE XI. INTERNAL TRANSPORTATION. ART. I. RAIL-ROADS. ART. II. STEAM NAVIGATION. ART. III. TELEGRAPH COMPANIES. ART. IV. TURNPIKE COMPANIES. ART. I. RAIL-ROADS. ATLANTIC AND GULF RAILROADS. SEC. 1, Locates the west end of the Atlantic Gulf Rail-road. (No. 311.) An act, to alter and amend the charter of the Atlantic and Gulf Rail Road Company, * * Incorporated 1857, pam. 158-9-60-1. Act of 1856 construed 1857, pam. 678. and to locate the west end of the same. 1. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That the Atlantic Gulf Rail-road Company, shall have a survey of the most practicable line of Road continued from Bainbridge, to a point on the Western boundary of the State of Georgia, at or near Columbia, in the State of Alabama, or where the survey of the Albany and Gulf Rail Road line from Mobile approaches the Chattahoochee river, and said point shall be the terminus of said road. Locates the west end of A, G. R. R. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th 1859.

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BARNESVILLE BRUNSWICK RAIL ROAD. SEC. 2, Corporators. SEC. 3, Name of corporation. SEC. 4, May survey, c. SEC. 5, May contract for building entire line of road, or any section. SEC. 6, Officers, when electedquorum, c, SEC. 7, Who may make rules, c. SEC. 8, Corporators may open books when and where it is prudent, c. SEC. 9, Powers of connecting, crossing, c. SEC. 10, Trespassers may be indicted in Superior Courtpunishment. SEC. 11, How right of way may be obtainedhow award may be enforcedfees. SEC. 12, Liable for carlessnessmay settle claims, c. SEC. 13, Common carriersbound by special contracts. SEC. 14, May establish freights, cand keep goods until freights are paid. SEC. 15, Shares $100one vote to each sharestock, how transferredproxy. SEC. 16, Company may appoint all needed officers. SEC. 17, Powers and privileges. SEC. 18, Company may call for instalments and enforce collection, c. SEC. 19, No exemption from ordinary transgressions. SEC. 20, Right of way 70 yds. each side from centremust be put in good working order. SEC. 21, Buildings. SEC. 22, Crossings. SEC. 23, Future roads may cross and connect on proper terms. SEC. 24, Salaries, how fixed, c. SEC. 25, Subject to all the general laws on railroads. SEC. 26, May hold such property as may be needed, c. SEC. 27, No other company by buying shares shall take control of this road. SEC. 28, Serip. how signedliabilities of stockholders. SEC. 29, Survey expenses, already incurred, binding. SEC. 30, May connect M. W. R. R. or A. W. R. R., and run westward to Alabama. SEC. 31, May contract to run on part of M. W. or A. W. R. R'ds. (No. 312.) An act to authorize the construction of a Railroad from Barnesville, in the county of Pike, to the city of Brunswick in the county of Glynn, or any other scaport on the Atlantic coast of this State, with a recognition of the vested rights, granted in other Railroad Charters, by the Legislature of the State, and protect its rights and define its liabilities, and also to amend the charter of the Georgia Western Railroad Company, * * Georgia Western Rail-road incorporated 1854, pam. 440, 1, 2. and for other purposes therein mentioned. 2. Sec. I. Be it enacted, c., That Williams Rutherford, of the co. of Monroe, Geo. R. Hunter, of Crawford county, William J. Anderson, Samuel Felder, sr., Benjamin F. Tharpe, Dempsey Brown, William A Matthews, William M. Davis, and Howell Cobb, of the county of Houston, P. M. F. D. Scarborough, Seaborn C. Manning, John Anderson, of the county of Pulaski, Norman McDuffie, Samuel D. Felder, James Wilcox, of the county of Wilcox, and John B. Dorminy, of the county of Irwin, their associates and successors, be, and they are hereby appointed and constituted, a body corporate and politic, for the purpose of constructing and keeping up a Railroad from the town of Barnesville, in the county of Pike, to the city of Brunswick in the county of Glynn, or some other Atlantic Port within the limits of this State. Corporators. 3. SEC. II. The corporate, name, style, and character of said Company shall be the Fort Valley and Atlantic Rail Road Company,

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of the State of Georgia. By that name the aforesaid corporators, their associates and successors shall be acknowledged and known in law, and in all their proceedings, acts, and conduct. Name of corporation. 4. SEC. III. Said corporators shall have full power and authority to survey, lay out, and construct said Railroad in the way and manner they deem most prudent and advisable, subject only to the conditions and terms hereinafter expressed. May survey c. 5. SEC. IV. Said corporators may contract for the creation [erection?] and building of the entire line of said Railroad, or any section of the same, as they may deem best. May contract for building entire line or any section. 6. SEC. V. As soon as the sum of three hundred thousand dollars, shall in good faith be subscribed towards the construction of said Railroad, the stockholders therein may proceed to elect a President and seven directors, any five of whom shall be competent to do business. The President shall preside at all the meetings of the said Board of Directors, preserve order, enforce rules, and direct the manner and mode of business; and in the absence of the President, the Board of Directors, may appoint a Chairman. After a first election, the President shall be elected by the Board of Directors from among stockholders. The board of Directors shall be elected annually, and continued in office, until after their successors are elected. The President shall be elected annually, and continue in office until his successor is elected. No one but a bona fide stockholder shall be President or Director of said Railroad. Officers when elected. Quorum. Pres'dt shall preside c. When Ch'n. may be elec'd. Presid't and directors elected annually from stockholders. 7. SEC. VI. Said President and Directors may make and enforce all rules and regulations necessary for carrying the power herein enumerated into effect, not repugnant to the laws and constitution of the State of Georgia. Who may make rules c. 8. SEC. VII. Said corporators may cause books of subscription to be opened at such times and places as they may deem most prudent; and they are further authorized and empowered to transfer to any books of subscription, all shares or stock heretofore subscribed for, or taken bona fide, to any other book or books, which they may open. Corporators may open books when and where it is prudent. May transfer shares to other books. 9. SEC. VIII. The corporators aforesaid shall have power and authority to connect with all Railroads, and to cross all Railroads in their route, upon terms equitable and just, to be determined by the President and Board of Directors of the contemplated Rail Road, and the President and Directors of such other Railroad, as said contemplated Railroad may desire to connect with, or cross. Power of connection and crossing c. Terms. 10. SEC. IX. Any person who shall willfully trespass upon said contemplated Railroad, or violate its chartered rights and privileges, or who may injure or destroy the property of the Company, or who shall obstruct said Railroad, in any way or manner, shall, (independent of the common law rights of persons, or property injured or destroyed,) be subject to indictment for misdemeanor in the Superior Court of the county in which the mischief may have occurred; and upon conviction, shall be punished by imprisonment in the Penitentiary of the State, for every time, not less than one year, nor longer than ten years. Trespassers may be indicted. Punishment.

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11. Sec. X. Said Company may extinguish the right of way, with the owners of the lands over which their road may pass, upon such terms as are reasonable and just, and as may be agreed upon between the parties. And should the parties be unable to agree, they may compromise the same by referring the matter to the award of three arbitrators, one to be chosen by the company, one by the owner of the land, and the other by the two thus chosen; from the award of the arbitrators, the parties, or either of them, may appeal to the Superior Court at any time within four days after the award rendered, by giving the opposite party notice of such appeal; and the case thus appealed upon, shall be tried by a jury. Whenever the sum thus returned by the jury, does not exceed the sum offered to be paid by the Company, the owner of the land shall pay the cost of the case in the Superior Court, and the fee simple of the land need for the Road, shall then vest in the Company. If there be no appeal, the award of the arbitrators may be enforced by a justice of the peace of the district, who may issue fi fa for the same; if the sum be over the jurisdiction of a justice of the peace, the fi fa shall be issued by the Clerk of the Superior Court of the county. The officers shall be entitled the usual fees for similar services. How right of way may be obtained. How award may be enforced. [Illegible Text]. 12. Sec. 11. The said Company shall be liable for all property injured or destroyed by the carlessness, mismanagement, or inattention of any of its servants, agents, or employees, and may settle and adjust all claims of this sort against it in the same way, and with the like privileges, as settlements with owners of land are authorized to be made in the preceding section of this act. If the company refuses to settle, an action may be brought in the county where the property was injured, against any agent, servant, employee, or depot keeper of said Company, in said county. Liability for carelessness c. May settle claims c. as directed in Sec. 10. On refusal of Co. to settle where and against whom action may be brought. 13. Sec. XII. The said Company shall be to all intents and purposes, considered and constituted common carriers, but may make special contracts, by the terms of which, they shall alone be bound. Common carriers. Bound by spe special contracts. 14. Sec. XIII. Said Company shall have the power to establish, alter, and change the rate of passage and freight money on their Road, and to regulate, at their pleasure, the running of their engines and cars, and may detain and keep possession of all goods and valuables passing over their Road, until the amounts due for the transportation of the same are paid, or otherwise adjusted. May establish freights c. and keep goods till freights are paid. 15. Sec. XIV. The stock in said Railroad shall be computed at one hundred dollars each share, and each share shall entitle the holder to one vote. The stock may be transferred with the approbation of the President and Directors. Stockholders may vote by proxy. Shares $100. one vote to each share. Stock how transferred. Proxy. 16. Sec. XV. Said Company shall have the power of appointing all officers, and employing all servants necessary to the proper management and repair of their Road and its appurtenances. Co. may ap't. all needed officers. 17. Sec. XVI. Said President and Directors shall have power to contract, and be contracted with, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded,

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to use a common seal, and to exercise and enjoy all the immunities, privileges and rights of a body corporate and politic, in all the courts of this State. Powers and privileges. 18. SEC. XVII. Said Company shall be authorized to call for such installments as they may from time to time deem necessary, and to enforce the collection of the same, or declare the stock of the delinquent stockholders forfeited, as they may deem best, for the interest of said Road and Company. Co. may call for installments and enforce collection, forfeit stock of delinq'ts. 19. Sec. XVIII. Nothing in this act shall be so construed as to exempt from punishment in the ordinary manner of procdeding, and for the offences known to the law, any person who shall be in the employment of said Road, or any person who may be the cause of mischief or disaster upon said Road. No exemption from ordinary transgressions. 20. SEC. XIX. Said Road shall have the right of way when procurred, of seventy yards from the centre of the Road an each side. It shall pay for all materials necessary for its construction and repair, and such as may be necessary for its perfect working. Right of way, 70 yds. each way from centre. 21. SEC. XX. Said Company shall have the right to build, and keep in repair, every building and other necessary appurtenance usually attached to and required by Railroads. Buildings. 22. SEC. XXI. Whenever said Railroad shall cross any public highway, it shall be the duty of said Company to put and keep the crossing of said highway, in good order and repair; and in case of refusal or neglect, said Company shall be subject and liable to all the laws and regulations of the common road laws of this State. Crossings. 23. SEC. XXII. Nothing herein contained shall be so construed as to prevent any other Railroad hereafter to be constructed, from crossing the Railroad herein allowed to be constructed, nor from connecting with said Road, on terms reasonable and proper. Future roads may cross and connect on proper terms. 24. SEC. XXIII. The President and directors of the contemplated Road, shall fix and settle all the salaries of its officers, and the mode of payment. Salaries how fixed c, 25. SEC. XXIV. Said Railroad Company, officers, servants and employees, shall be subject and liable to all the general laws passed by the General Assembly for the government and control of Railroads in this State. Subject to all the general laws on R. Roads. 26. SEC. XXV. Said Company may purchase and hold all such real and personal property as may be necessary and useful for the purposes of said Road. May hold such property as may be needed c. 27. SEC. XXVI. No incorporated Company shall by reason of the shares it may own, control and govern the contemplated Railroad; but when any and every incorporated Company may, by any means, become possessed, in its own name or in other names, of a sufficiency of stock to control the operations of said Road, the stock thus owned shall be accounted surplus, and not entitled to vote. No other corporation by buying shares shall take control of this R. 28. SEC. XXVII. Scrip shall be issued to the stockholders, certifying the amount of stock held, and the payment made on said stock; such Scrip to be signed by the President and countersigned

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by the Secretary of said Company. Each stockholder shall be liable for the amount of his Stock, and in proportion to his shares. Scrip how signed. Liability of stockholders. 29. SEC. XXIII. The amount for the survey of a portion of said Road already incurred, shall be binding and obligatory upon the Company hereby incorporated. Survey expensses already incurred binding. 30. SEC. XXIX. Be it further enacted, That the Georgia Western Rail Road Company, shall have the power, if deemed advisable by said Company, to commence their said Road at some point on the Macon Western Rail Road, or on the Atlanta West Point Railroad, and run the same Westwardly to the Alabama line, as provided in the original charter. May connect with M. R. R. or A. W-P. R. and run westward to Ala. 31. SEC. XXX. Be it further enacted, That any arrangement or contract between the said Georgia Western Rail Road Company, and the Macon Western Railroad Company, or the Atlanta and West Point Railroad Company, for the use or a part of either of said Roads, and which said contract or contracts, shall be duly ratified by the parties, and when so ratified shall be binding. May contract to run on part of M. W. R. R. or A. W. P. R. SEC. XXXI. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 14th, 1859. CALHOUN AND ROME RAILROAD. 32. CorporatorsCalhoun and Rome Railroad incorporated. 33. RontesPowers and Privileges. 34. Capital stock $500,000Shares $100May consolidate with Rome Railroad Company. 35. Seven Directors chosen by stockholdersPresident to be taken from Directors, c. 36. Each share allowed a vote. 37. Right of way two hundred feetHow obtained Award of damages in writingAppeal, c. 38. Common carrierTo have rights of other similar Companies. 39. Liabilities of stockholders. 40. If Company take a public road or cross a road, what must be doneLiable for injury done. 41. Privileges granted to the Rome Railroad Company to be enjoyed by Calhoun and Rome Railroad Company. (No. 313.) An Act to incorporate the Calhoun and Rome Railroad Company, and to grant certain powers and privileges to said Company. 32. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That Robert M Young, G. J. Fain, Henry McConnell, Joseph J. Printup, Wesley Kinman, James Rogers, Henry Dobson, William H. Morris, and Jesse Swain of the county of Gordon, and John H. Lumpkin, Wade S. Cothran, Alfred Shorter, Warren J. Bassett, John M. Gregory, Homer V. M. Miller, William A. Fort. James M. Spullock, A. R. Harper, George S. Black, John M. Blount and N. J. Bayard of the county of Floyd, or such of them as shall associate and take stock under this act, or such other persons as shall associate under the same, be, and are hereby incorporated, and made a body corporate and politic, with all the rights and privileges common and necessary to such corporations, under the name of the Calhoun and Rome Railroad Company. Corporators. Calhoun and Rome R. R. Co. incorporated.

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33. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall be authorized to build a Railroad upon the most practicable route from the city of Rome in the county of Floyd, to Calhoun in the county of Gordon, and to charge such amount for freight and travel as may be deemed expedient, and to open books and procure subscriptions of stock at the rate of one hundred dollars per share, at such times and places as may be thought proper by the above named persons, or a majority of them; may have and use a common seal, sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded in any court of law or equity in this State, and by a Board of Directors make all such rules and regulations, or by-laws, as may be necessary and proper for carrying into effect the powers and objects of the said corporation; Provided, such rules and regulations be not repugnant to the Laws and Constitution of this State or the United States. Route. Powers and privileges. 34. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be five hundred thousand dollars, in shares of one hundred dollars each; and the said Company be authorized to consolidate their stock with the stock of the Rome Railroad Company, should it be deemed expedient, upon such terms and conditions, as shall be agreeable to said Company. Capital stock $500,000. Shares $100. May consolidate with Rome R. R. Co. 35. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the affairs of said Company shall be under the management and control of a Board of Directors consisting of seven, elected by the stockholders in said Company, who shall elect a President from their own body; which said Board of Directors and President shall be elected on the first Monday in May, in each and every year, and shall have power to appoint all officers and agents on said Road, and fix the salaries thereof; and the said Company shall have power, through the said Board of Directors and President, to borrow money, make contracts, hold real and personal estate to and for the use of said Road; Provided, the said contracts shall not be binding on said Company, unless signed by the President and countersigned by the Secretary of said Company; and provided further, that said Company shall not purchase real estate, except such as may be necessary for the building of said Road and Depots, and shall not exercise banking privileges. 7 directors chosen by stockholders. Presid't to be taken from directors. Day of Election. Power of Directors. Proviso. 36. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That in the election of said Board of Directors, the stockholders shall be entitled to as many votes as they may have and own shares in said Company. Each share [Illegible Text] a vote. 37. SEC. VI. And be it it further enacted, That the Board of Directors shall have power to select and take, buy, or purchase, or receive as a donation, such a strip or strips of land not exceeding two hundred feet in width, between the points selected for the beginning and terminus of said Road, as they may deem necessary for the construction of said Road; and in all cases in which any difficulty may arise between individuals or corporations and said Company or their Directors, as to the right of way or damages to the land on which said Road may be located, it shall and may be lawful for either party to apply to the Sheriff of the county in which said land may be located, who shall summon a jury of five freeholders, who shall enter upon the land sought to be appropriated to the use

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of said Company, and award in writing the amount of damages, if any, to be paid by the said Company, either party having the right to appeal to the Superior Court of the county, under the same rules and regulations which apply to appeals in said Court; and in all instances such freeholders and the jurors in said Superior Courts, in addition to the usual oath, shall be sworn in assessing damages, to take into consideration and account the prospective value of the Road to the land and premises through which it may run, and to have evidence touching the same; and upon the payment of the damages so assessed as aforesaid, the fee simple title to such lands as may be necessary for the location of such Road, building Depots, and other purposes, shall vest in said Company. Right of way 200 ft. How obtained. Award of damages in writing. Appeal allowed. Oath. On payment of damages title to vest in company. 38. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Company aforesaid shall have a perpetual succession of members, and shall be deemed a common carrier as regards all goods and merchandize and property entrusted to them for transportation, and that said Company shall have full power and authority to do and perform all and every such corporate acts, as are permitted or allowed to other companies for similar purposes. Common carrier. To have rights of other similar Companies. 39. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the private property of each stockholder shall be bound for the payment of the debts of said company, in proportion to the amount of stock owned. Liability of stockholders. 40. SEC. IX. And be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That whenever it becomes necessary that said Company should take any public road, or cross the same or some other, they shall be bound to clear out a good and sufficient one by the side of the one taken, and make good crossing places, at their own expense, and shall be liable for injuries done to persons by their neglect, and for damage done to property, and stock killed by the running of engines and cars on said railroad. If Co. take public road or cryss road. what must be done. Liable for injuries done. 41. SEC. X. And be it further enacted, That all the provisions of the act incorporating the Rome Railroad Company, shall be applied to, and enjoyed by said Calhoun and Rome Railroad Company; Provided, the consent of said Rome Railroad Company, through their President and Directors, be first had and obtained. Privileges granted Rome R. r. to be enjoyed by Calhoun Rome R. R. Proviso. SEC. XI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 21st, 1859. COLUMBUS AND WHITEVILLE RAILROAD. 42. CorporatorsRailroad Company incorporatedPowers. 43. Route. 44. Capital stock $650,000When books may be opened. 45. Privileges of Central Railroad CompanyProviso. (No. 314.) An Act to be entitled an Act to incorporate the Columbus and Whiteville Railroad Company, and for other purposes. 42. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, John H. Traylor, Natley Mattox, E. H. Norwood,

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John G. Andrews, Thomas Thornton, and such others as may be associated with them, and their successors and assigns, be, and they are hereby constituted and declared a body corporate and politic by the name and style of the Columbus and Whiteville Railroad Company; and in and by that name may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded in any court of law or equity in this State; may have and use a common seal, and the same to alter or destroy at pleasure; and may purchase, accept, hold, enjoy, and convey any property, real, personal or mixed, which may be necessary for the purposes hereinafter mentioned. Corporators. [Illegible Text] Whiteville R. R. company Incorporated. Powers. 43. SEC. I. Be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power and authority to survey, lay out and construct, use and enjoy a Railroad from the city of Columbus to LaGrange or West Point, or some intermediate point between the two last named cities, as said Company may deem best. Route. 44. SEC. III. Be et further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be six hundred and fifty thousand dollars, with the privilege of increasing to one million of dollars. Books of subscription for which shall be opened in the cities of Columbus, LaGrange, or West Point, and the town of Whiteville, by the Directors herein above mentioned, at such times as they may appoint. Capital stock $650,000. When books may be [Illegible Text]. 45. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of an act incorporating the Central Railroad Company, and the several acts amendatory thereof, shall apply to said Company; Provided, this provision be not so construed as to confer on said Company the privilege of banking and exemption from taxation. Privileges of Central R. R. Co. Proviso, SEC. V. Repeals conflicting Laws. Approved, December 19th, 1859. DALTON AND GADSDEN RAILROAD. 146. Privileges to the Dalton and Gadsden RailroadProviso. (No. 315.) An Act to authorize the Governor of this State to grant certain rights and privileges to the Dalton and Gadsden Railroad Company. 46. SEC. I. Be it further enacted, That His Excellency the Governor be and he is hereby authorized to grant to the said Dalton and Gadsden Railroad Company the right to construct and build their Railroad, for a short distance, upon the right of way of the Western and Atlantic Railroad; Provided, the said Dalton and Gadsden Railroad Company grant similar privilege to the Western and Atlantic Railroad; And provided further, that such grant to said Dalton and Gadsden Railroad Company, be not, in the opinion of the Governor, incompatible with the public interest. Privilege of D. G. R. R. Proviso. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 14th, 1859. [For Act to change the name of, to Dalton and Jacksonville Railroad, see Act No. 330, To incorporate the Middle Georgia Telegraph Company, c.]

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EATONTON AND MADISON RAILROAD. 47. Eatonton and Madison Railroad incorporated. 48. Stock $250,000 Officers by whom and how long elected--Powers. 49. Same privileges as Central Railroad, except banking and exemption from taxation, and subject to the same liabilities. 50. Directors may lease the Road. (No. 316.) An Act to incorporate the Eatonton and Madison Railroad. 47. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That S. P. Myrick, Walter Mitchell, Nathan Hawkins, R. M. Orme, Sen., Leonidas Jordan, A. H. Kenan, Junius Wingfield, J. A. Cogburn, Michael Dennis, Andrew Reid, David R. Adams, Augustus Reese, I. S. Fannin, N. G. Foster, Joshua Hill, G. R. Jessup, A. G. Foster, and C. B. Barrow, and their associates, be, and they are hereby declared to be a body politic, under the name of the Eatonton and Madison Railroad, for the purpose of constructing a Railroad from the town of Eatonton to the town of Madison, and as such shall sue and be sued, plead and be pleaded. Eatonton and Madison R. R. incorporated. 48. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Road shall consist of two hundred and fifty thousand dollars, to be divided into shares of one hundred dollars each, that said Company shall he under the direction of a President and seven Directors, to be selected by the stockholders, and to hold their office for the period of one year, and until their successors are elected; that said Directors shall have the power of making such by-laws as may be deemed necessary for the management of the affairs of the Company, not conflicting with the laws of this State; that the corporation before mentioned, shall have the privilege of opening books of subscription for the purpose of obtaining the necessary amount of stock to build said Road, in such manner as they may deem best. Stock $250,000. Officers by whom and for how long elected, and powers. 49. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That said Company shall possess and enjoy all the rights, immunities and privileges, which are possessed and enjoyed by the Central Railroad Banking Company, except the privilege of banking and exemption from taxation, and shall be subject to such liabilities and restrictions as are incident to and binding upon said Company. Same privileges as Cen. R. R. except banking exemption from taxation and subject to same liabilities. 50. SEC. IV. Be it it further enacted, That said Directors shall have the power to lease the Road. Directors may lease the [Illegible Text]. Approved December 19th, 1859. [For Act To repeal an act to authorize the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company to build a Branch Road to the town of Eatonton, c., see Act No. 318.]

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MARIETTA, CANTON ELLIJAY RAIDROAD COMPANY. 51. Ellijay Railroad Company changed to Marietta, Canton and Ellijay Railroad Company. 52. [Illegible Text]. 53. Shares1st payment 5 per cent. 54. May commence work on $150,000. (No. 317.) An act to amend the charter of the Ellijay Railroad Companyto change the name of the same; and for other purposes therein named. 51. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the name of the Ellijay Railroad Company shall be changed to Marietta, Canton and Ellijay Railroad Company. Ellijah R. R. Co. changed to Marietta, Canton and Elijah R. R. Co. 52. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the South-eastern terminus of said Railroad shall be at or near Marietta, and from thence the most practicable route by the way of Canton in Cherokee county, Jasper in Pickens county, and Ellijay in Gilmer county, to or near Fighting Town creek in Fannin county at or near the Copper Mines. Route. 53. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Company may fix the price of shares in said road at twenty-five, fifty or one hundred dollars each, as they may think proper; and the first payment shall be five per cent on the amount of stock subscribed, and shall be paid in at such time as the Board of Directors may direct. Shares, 1st payment 5 per cent. 54. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That said Company be authorized and empowered to organize and proceed to work so soon as one hundred and fifty thousand dollars of bona fide stock shall be subscribed. May commence work on $150,000. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. GEORGIA RAILROAD AND BANKING COMPANY. 55. Act of December 11th 1858, authorizing Georgia Railroad to build a Branch Road to Eatonton repealed. (No. 318.) An act to repeal an act to authorize the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company to build a Branch Road to the town of Eatonton in Putnam county, and to increase the capital stock of said Company, assented to on 11 th December, 1858. * * 1858, pamph. 66. For previous legislation on this subject, see Cobb's Digest 423, and Acts of 1851-2, 120. 55. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That an act entitled an act to authorize the Georgia Railroad and Banking Company to build a Branch Road to the town of Eatonton in Putnam county, and to increase the capital stock of said Company, assented to on the eleventh day of December 1858, be, and the the same is hereby repealed. Act of 11th Dec., 1858, authorizing G. R. R, to build a branch road to Eatonton repealed. Assented to, Dec. 7th, 1859.

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INDIAN SPRINGS RAILROAD. 56. Act of 1852 amendedCorporators added. (No. 319.) An act to amend an act entitled act, to incorporate the Indian Springs Railroad Company, approved January 22, 1852. * * 1852, pamph. 152, 3. 56. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the above named act, be amened by adding to the names of the corporators therein named, Isaac Scott, Elam Alexander and John B. Ross of Bibb county, Dr. R. L. Roddey, T. C. Crowder, and Thomas Stewart of Monroe county, B. G. Lockett of Spalding county, David J. Bailey, Benjamin F. Ward, Gustavus Hendrick H. T. Dicken, B. W. Collier, R. G. Byars, E. Varner, L. L. Saunders, William H. Whitehead, Z. J. Saunders, J. M. Newton, A. W. Wheelus and Col. John G. Park of Butts county, and their associates, successors and and assigns, with all the rights, prileges and immunities granted in the above recited act. Act of 1852 amended. Corporators added. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. MILLEDGEVILLE AND GORDON RAILROAD. 57. Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad stock consolidated with stock of Central Railroad and Banking CompanyProvisoAfter consolidation subject to charter of Central Railroad and Banking CompanyProviso. 58. Eatonton Railroad consolidated with C. R. R. B'g. Co.ProvisoAfter consolidation to be subject to the charter of the C R. R. B'g. Co. 59. Additional StockNot over $1,000,000. 60. 14. Additional stock pay same tax to State as other propertyPresident shall return additional stock annually. (No. 320.) An act to authorize the consolidation of the stock of the Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad Company * * Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad incorporated 1852, pamph. 126. with the stock of the Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia; Milledgeville and Eatonton Railroad incorporated 1854, pamph. 443, 4. and also, to authorize the consolidation of the stock of the Eatonton Branch Railroad with the stock of the Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia; and also, to authorizse an increase of the capital stock of the said Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia; and for other purposes. 57. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That it shall be lawful, and power is hereby granted to consolidate and make one the stock of the Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad Company with the stock of the Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia: Provided, that the holders of at least two-thirds of the stock of the said, The Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad Company, shall assent thereto,

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such consolidation to be made upon such terms as the Board of Directors of the said The Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad Company and the Board of Directors of the said, The Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia, may agree upon; and when such consolidation shall be made, the Railroad property and franchises of the said, The Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad Company shall thenceforth be considered as part and parcel of the said The Central Railroad and Banking Compaay of Georgia, and subject to the charter thereof: Provided, that the said Central Railroad and Banking Company shall first pay into the Treasury of the State, the sum of twenty thousand dollars, and upon the sum being paid, the Governor is hereby authorized and required to transfer to said Central Railroad and Banking Company, the stock owned by the State in the Milledgeville and Gordon Railroad Company. M. G. R. R. stock consolidat'd with C. R. B. Co. Proviso. After consolidation subject to charter of C. R. R. B. Co. Proviso. 58. SEC. II: Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That it shall be lawful, and power is hereby granted to consolidate and make one the stock of the Eatonton Branch Railroad with the stock of the Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia: Provided, that the holders of at least two-thirds of the stock of the said, the Eatonton Branch Railroad, shall assent thereto; such consolidation to be made upon such terms as the Board of Directors of the said Eatonton Branch Railroad and the Board of Directors of the said The Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia, may agree upon; and when such consolidation shall be made, the Railroad property and franchises of the said Eatonton Branch Railroad shall thenceforth be considered as part and parcel of the said the Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia, and subject to the charter thereof. Eatonton R. consolidated with Central. Proviso. After consoldation subject to charter of the Central. 59. SEC. III. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the President and Directors of the said The Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia, shall have power and authority to issue and dispose of stock in said Company, in addition to the capital now allowed, and as part of such capital stock, to an amount not exceeding one million of dollars; such additional capital stock [is?] hereby authorized to be issued, from time to time as the Directors of the said The Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia may determine. Additional stock not over $1,000,000. 60. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the additional capital stock in the said The Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia, authorized by this act to be issued and disposed of, shall be subject and liable to pay the same rate of tax to the State of Georgia, that is, or shall be required of the citizens of this State on their property; and it shall be the duty of the President of the said, The Central Railroad and Banking Company, when then the annual return for tax of said Company shall be made, to return on oath the amount of such additional capital stock issued, and to pay the tax thereon. Additional stock pay same tax to State as other property. President shall return additional stock annually. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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PLANTERS RAILROAD COMPANY. 61. Corporators, powers and privileges. 62. Stock $500,000, shares $100, when work may commence, 5 per cent in 30 days, c. 63. Times and places of subscription when and how President and Directors may be elected, c. 64. Manner of securing right of way, sworn, award in writing, award a judgment, c. 65. Books c., open for inspection of stockholders, when contracts shall bind. 66. Liabilities of stockholders, how debts of the Company may be collected, control of executions. 67. Good crossing for public roads. 68. Stock may be increased. 69. Must publish annually names of stockholders, and shares owned by each, Proviso, c. 70. Corporators, powers and privileges. 71. Route. 72. Capital stock when $50,000 has been raised may organize, $100. 73. Charter expires in 5 years, unless work commenced, Proviso. 74. Cost of transportation. (No. 321.) An Act to incorporate the Planters Railroad Company, and to incorporate the Bainbridge and Florida Railroad Company; and for other purposes therein named. 61. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That for the purpose of building and constructing a Railroad from the town of Cusseta, in the county of Chattahoochee to Geneva in the county of Talbot, each in said State, W. W. Shipp, E. G. Raiford, W. P. Barbee, N. N. Howard, James S. Allums, William S. Johnson, William Bagley, John S. Duncan, A. M. Shepherd, F. S. McLaughlin, Martin S. Bivins, J. T. Robinson, D. G. McGlaun, H. M. Jenkins, A. J. Prather, S. M. Grubbs, C. S. Gaulden, John West, William Boynton, James Whittle, S. D. Harp, Wright McCook, J. M. Cook, H. Eelbeck, H. J. Williams, A. B. Redding, Charles Carter, W. M. Watt, J. S. Logan, A. W. Redding, D. H. Burts, and such other persons or corporations as may become stockholders and associated with them, or any ten of them, and their successors assigns, shall be a body corporate, by the name and style of the Planters Railroad Company; and by said corporate name shall be capable of taking. buying, receiving, holding and selling property, real, personal or mixed, for said purposes, make contracts, sue and be sued, answer and be answered unto plead and be impleaded, make by-laws and to do all other lawful acts incident to a corporation, or necessary and proper for the transaction of the business, for which it is incorporated, and to have and use a common seal, and the same to alter or destroy at pleasure. Corporators. Powers and privileges. 62. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall not exceed five hundred thousand dollars, to be divided into shares of one hundred dollars each, but said Company may commence its said work, when the two hundred thousand dollars shall be subscribed to the stock thereof, and that five per cent of said stock, shall be paid at or within thirty days after subscription therefor, for which the Commissioners receiving the same, shall grant certificates, and the Board of Directors may call installments on the capital stock subscribed, at such times as the interest of the

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Company may require, not exceeding ten per cent on the stock subscribed, and not oftener than every four months; and a failure of any stockholder to pay any installment as called in, within the time appointed for the payment thereof, shall operate as a forfeiture of the share or shares in which such failure occurred; and the share or shares so forfeited, and all payments therein previously made, shall accrue to the benefit of said corporation, to be appropriated at the discretion of the Directors; Provided, that sixty days notice shall have been given of the calling in of said installments. Stack $500,000. Shares $100. When work may commence, 5 per cent in 30 days $c. Installments. Forfeiture [Illegible Text] [Illegible Text] Proviso. 63. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That for the organization of said Company, the said corporators or a majority of them, shall appoint the times and places at which subscriptions for stock in said Company may be made, and shall appoint persons to take the same and shall immediately after the sum of two hundred thousand dollars of said stock shall have been taken, appoint a convenient time and place for the meeting of stockholders, of which they shall give notice in one or more of the public Gazettes of this State; at which time and place the said stockholdhers shall proceed to the election, from among themselves, of nine Directors, who shall constitute the first Board of Directors, one of which Board shall be elected President thereof, and said President and Directors shall hold their offices one year, and shall make by-laws, and prescribe therein, the manner of holding subsequent annual elections for Directors, said Directors always electing their President; and in all cases the stockholders shall be allowed to vote in person, or by proxy under power of Attorney duly executed, each stockholder to be allowed one vote for every share, he, she or they may hold in said Company, at the time of election; the said Board of Directors, shall have power to fill all vacancies from the stockholders which may occur in their Board, or other offices until the regular annual election by the stockholders, and shall appoint all officers necessary to the business of said Company, and may discharge them at pleasure; and shall fix the compensation of the Presidents and all other officers of said corporation; not less than five Directors shall constitute a Board for the transaction of business, the President being one, except in case of necessary absence, when a President pro tem., may be elected by the Board from their body. Times and places of subscription. When and how directors may be elected. By-laws. How stockholders may vote. One vote for a shareVacancies. Appoint and discharge officers at pleasure. Compensation. Quorum. 64. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the said Board of Directors shall have power to locate and to determine the line of said road, and to select, take, purchase or receive as donations, such strips of land as they may deem necessary for the construction, convenience and protection of said road; and in case of disagreement between the owner or owners of the land selected and the Board of Directors, as to the damage or price of said land, the owner or owners thereof and the said Board shall each appoint one disinterested freeholder, and the Justices of the Inferior Court of the county where the land lies, shall appoint another, as appraisers thereof; and if said owner or owners, shall fail to appoint as aforesaid, then the Justices aforesaid shall appoint two, all of whom shall be sworn by some officer in said county, authorized to administer an oath, to

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make and return to said Inferior Court, a just and true and impartial valuation of damages or value of said land, thus required by said Company, and their award shall be in writing, and signed by at least a majority of the appraisers, and accompanied by a plat and full description of said land; which award shall be a judgment for the amount thereof, against said Company, and may be enforced by execution from said [Illegible Text] Court; and the said plat and description of said land with said award shall be recorded in the county where said land lies, in the same manner as deeds are registered, and shall vest all the fee-simple title to said land in said corporation; Provided, that if either party shall be dissatisfied with said award, he, she or they may appeal to the Superior Court of the county where the land lies, and have the value or damages ascertained by the verdict of a special jury at the first term; and such verdict shall be final and conclusive between the parties, and binding upon them both, and when recorded shall vest title in manner aforesaid. Manner of securing right of way. Oath. Award in writing. Award a judgment. Awards recorded as deeds. Proviso. 65. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the Books, papers, correspondence and funds of said Company, shall at every meeting of the Stockholders and Board of Directors, be subject to their examination and inspection, and that all bonds, notes or other evidences of debt, or contract, or liability or engagment in behalf of said Company, shall be binding and obligatory upon said corporation, when the same shall be signed by the President of said Company, and countersigned or attested by the Secretary thereof, and not otherwise. Books c., open for inspection of stockholders. When contracts shall biud. 66. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted That the private property of each stockholder equal to the amount of his or her stock, shall be liable for the debts of said corporation; and in the event of the neglect or refusal of the Company to pay any debt due by the same, the creditor or creditors thereof may sue the Company in their corporate name, and upon their obtaining execution, a levy shall first be made upon the corporate property of said Company, all of which shall be first liable, and upon the return of the proper officers of no corporate property to be found, said execution may be levied upon the private property of any stockholder or stockholders of the Company, equal to the amount of his, her or their stock at the time of the contracting of such debt or debts, or at the date of such judgment, or the time of such levy, and if that be not sufficient to satisfy such execution, it may be levied upon the private property of any or all of the stockholders, to the amount, and upon the terms and manner aforesaid, until such execution shall be fully paid off and satisfied, the levying officer in all cases to be the judge of the amount of property necessary to satisfy the fi. fa.; and in case any stockholder or stockholders shall be compelled under the foregoing provisions of this section, to pay off any execution or executions against said Company, he, she or they shall have control of the same, for, his, her or their indemnity, and may levy the same upon the private property of any or all of the other stockholders, in proportion to their respective shares of stock. Liability of stockholders. How debts may be collected. Control [Illegible Text] executions.

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67. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the said Company shall build and keep in good order substantial bridges and ways of passage across said Railroad, whenever it may cross a public road. Good [Illegible Text] for public [Illegible Text]. 68. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That the said capital stock may, from time to time, be increased as the Board of Directors may think necessary to the business and interests of said Company; and the Directors shall open books at such times and places as they may think best for the subscription of such increased stock. stock may be increased. 69. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of said Company by their President and Secretary, to publish annually, in some public Gazette in this State, a full statement of the names of the stockholders, and the amount of stock owned by each; Provided, that nothing contained in this charter, shall exempt said Company from liability, and they are hereby made liable under existing laws, or in any other manner the Legislature may provide by law, for all damages sustained by any individual or individuals from the killing or crippling of all kinds of stock or any species of property whatever, by the running of locomotives, cars, engines, or any other motive power on said road; and also are and shall be liable for all injuries received by any individual or individuals, or or damage done him, her or them, by the running said locomotives, cars, engines or other motive power on said road; and in the event death ensue the right of action and recovery shall survive to his, her or their representative or representatives, against said Company for said damages; and in all suits or actions arising from the cause or causes aforesaid, the Company shall be considered as prima facie at fault, and the burden of proof showing themselves excusable shall be upon said Company; and Provided further, that the stock in said Company shall, at all times, be subject to such tax as the present or any future Legislature may impose upon it. Must publish annually names of stockholders, and shares owned by each. Proviso. Damages. Right of action survives. Burden of proofon Co. Proviso. 70. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, Charles J. Munnerlyn, Hardy G. Crawford, Felix G. Arnett, William Williams, William Chester, D. Rambo, Alexander A. Allen, Richard Sims, B.F. Bruton, Robert R Terrell, and their associates, successors and assigns, be and they are hereby declared and constituted, a body corporate and politic, by the name and style of the Bainbridge and Florida Railroad Company, and by that name may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, in any Court of Law or Equity, in this State; may have and use a common seal, and the same to alter or destroy at pleasure, and may purchase, accept, have, hold, enjoy and convey any property, real, personal or mixed, which may be necessary or proper for the purposes herein mentioned. Corporators. Powers and privileges. 71. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That said Company shall have power, and authority, to survey, lay out, and construct, equip, use, and enjoy a Railroad from Albany in the county of Dougherty, or any point in its vicinity on either side of Flint river, to Bainbridge in the county of Decatur, and from Bainbridge to any point on the Florida line, and to connect with any other road at such points as they may deem best. Route.

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72. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company, shall not be less than fifty thousand, or more than one million of dollars; books of subscription for which shall be opened at such times and places as a majority of the parties named, their successors or assigns, shall determine; and when the first named amount shall be taken by bona fide subscribers in shares of one hundred dollars each, said Company shall organize and proceed to construct said road. Capital stock. When $50,000 has been raised may organize. Shares $100. 73. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, That the road contemplated in this act, shall be commenced within five years from the passage of this act, or this charter is forfeited. Road to be commenced in 5 years, or charter forfeited- 74. SEC. XIV. Be it further enacted, That the cost of transporting all freights, shall be the same, both to, and from Albany. Cost of transportation. SEC. XV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 13th, 1859. POLK SLATE QUARRY RAILROAD. 75. Incorporated. 76. Route from Western and Atlantic Railroad through Cobb, Paulding, c., to Alabama line towards Jacksonville, c. 77. Capital stock $1,500,000, subject to be increased or diminished it needed, c. 78. Directors may accept the right of way of necessary width. 79. Perpetual succession of members; may perform such acts as similar Companies, c. 80. List of stockholders at principal office, to be kept open for inspection; number of shares owned by each. 81. In controversies c., benefits created by the road shall weigh against injuries. (No. 322.) An Act to incorporate the Polk Slate Quarry Railroad Company, and for other purposes. 75. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That James T. Denver, Seaborn Jones, Jr., John A. Jones, William F. James, William Peek, Thos. M. Spinks, Springer Gibson, H. M. Prior, G. W. West, William E. West, of the county of Polk, J. H. Weaver, Henry Lester, Charles Robertson, Garrett Gray, S. L. Strickland, A. G. Bulloch, J. L. Calloway, Silas W. Lawrence, Seaborn Gann, John N. Sleigh of the county of Paulding, Edward Denmead, David Irwin, Andrew J. Hansell, William Phillips, John Anderson, Henry H. Heirich, Thos. M. Kirkpatrick, Gary Davis, Alva Connell, Arnolders V. Brumby, William H. Robert, David Dobbs, Sr., Norman L. Chester, of the county of Cobb, and such others as shall associate with them under said name, shall be and are hereby incorporated and made a body politic, with all the rights and privileges, common, and necessary to such incorporation, under the name of the Polk Slate Quarry Railroad Company. Incorporators 76. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall be authorized to build a Railroad, from any point on the Western and Atlantic Railroad in the city of Marietta, Cobb county, or any other point on the Western and Atlantic Railroad, through the counties of Cobb, Paulding, and through Cedar Valley, in the county of Polk, to the Alabama line to connect with such

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other Railroad, as has been or may be chartered and authorized to be built by the State of Alabama through Jacksonville in the county of Calhoun, and also, to build such branches and extensions to and from said road, as said Company may desire, charging such amount for freight and travel as may be deemed expedient, and to open books and procure subscriptions of stock, at the rate of fifty dollars per share, at such times and places as may be thought proper; to elect a President and Directors, to borrow money, make contracts, hold real and personal estate, to and for the use of said road, that they may have a common seal, sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded in any Court of Law and Equity in this State, and by a Board of Directors, make all such rules and regulations or by-laws, as are, or may be, necessary for the good of the corporation and effecting the object for which it is created; Provided, such rules and regulations be not repugnant to the Constitution, and laws of this State and the United States. Route from W. A. R. R. through Cobb, Paulding c to Ala., towards Jacksonville. Branches wherever [Illegible Text]. [Illegible Text] Shares [Illegible Text] Officers. Powers and. privileges. 77. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be fifteen hundred thousand dollars, in shares of fifty dollars each, which said capital stock may be increased or diminished from time to time by said Company, as the wants and exigences of the same may require, and that they be authorized to unite and consolidate their stock with the stock of such Railroad, as has been or may be hereafter chartered by the Legislature of the State of Alabama, for the purposes of uniting and connecting with the Railroad hereby chartered at the State line, upon such terms and upon such conditions as shall be agreeable to said Companies. Capital stock $1500,000. Subject to be increased or diminished if needed. May consolidate with an Ala. Co. 78. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Board of Directors of the aforesaid Company, shall have power to select, and take or receive as a donation, such strip or strips of land between the points selected for the beginning and the terminus of said road, and of such width as they may deem necessary for the construction of said road; and in all cases in which any difficulty may arise between individuals or corporations and said Company or their Directors as to the right of way, or damages to the land on which the same may be located, it shall and may be lawful for either, to apply to the Sheriff of the county in which such land may be located, who shall summon a jury of five freeholders, who shall enter upon the land sought to be appropriated to the use of said Company, and award in writing the amount of damages, if any, to be paid by said Company, either party having the right to appeal to the Superior Court of said county, under the same laws and regulations which apply to appeals in said Court, and in all cases, such freeholders and the jurors in said Superior Court, in addition to the usual oath, shall be severally sworn in assessing damages, to take into account the prospective benefit of the road to the lands and premises through which it may run; Provided, that no persons owning stock in said road, shall serve as jurors in said case, nor give evidence touching the same; and upon the payment of the damages so assessed as aforesaid, the fee simple title to such lands as may be necessary for the location of such road, building Depots, and other necessary purposes, shall vest in said Company. Directors may accept the right of way of necessary width. How to settle difficulties about right of way by an award. Right of appeal reserved. Additional oath. Stockholders cannot be witnesses or jurors. Damages paid as assessed title to such land as may be needed c. shall vest in said Co.

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79. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the Company aforesaid shall have a perpetual succession of members, and shall be deemed a common carrier as respects all passengers, goods, wares and merchandize, and property entrusted to them for their transportation, and that said Company shall have power and authority to do and perform all and every corporate act, as are permitted or allowed to other Companies incorporated for similar purposes in this State; Provided, nothing herein contained shall be so construed as to prevent the Legislature from taxing the stock and other property of the road, in the same manner, and to the same extent that other property is taxed, so soon as the said road is completed and in operation. Perpetual [Illegible Text] of members. May perform such acts as similar co's. in this State incorporated for similar parposes. Stock to be taxed as other property soon as the [Illegible Text] goes into operation. 80. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the said Railroad Company, to keep at all times at their principal office or place of doing business, a stock list containing the names of the stockholders in said Company, and the number of shares owned by each; which list of stockholders shall at any time, and at all times, be subject to the inspection of any person desiring to see the same. List of stockholders at principal office to be kept open for inspection No. of shares owned by each. 81. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That in all controversies between said Company and land-owners as provided for in this act, the Commissioners and Juries shall take into consideration the benefits as well as injuries arising to the land-owner from the construction of said road. In controversies c., [Illegible Text] created by the road shall be weighted against injuries. SEC. VIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Nov. 12th, 1859. PORT ROYAL RAIL ROAD. 82. South Carolina Rail Road, from Port Royal to Augusta; Must cross the Savannah River by Draw Bridge. 83. Same privileges of right of way as Central Rail Road. 84. Powers; Proviso. 85. Exclusive rights; May fix such rates as are proper; Proviso, c. 86. May join Georgia Roads with consent of owners; Proviso; Liability; Right of action survives to Representatives, c. 87. This Act not to prevent the Legislature from granting other charters. 88. Rail Roads entering Georgia from other States may be sued at the terminus in Georgia. 89. How to sue; Judgment binds all the property in the State. (No. 323.) An Act to charter the Port Royal Rail Road. Whereas, The Legislature of South Carolina, has by public statute incorporated a Company to build a Rail Road from the waters of Port Royal Harbor, in the neighborhood of Beaufort, to the Savannah River, in the direction of the city of Augusta, and it is deemed proper to confer on the same Company, corporate powers in Georgia, and to grant the right to construct the portion of Rail Road in this State; Preamble. 82. SECTION I. Be it therefore enacted, c., That such persons as may be made a body corporate, by the public law of South Carolina,

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to build a Rail Road between Port Royal and Augusta, are hereby created a body politic in this State; and they shall have the right to continue and construct their Road from the boundary between the two States, by the nearest and most practicable route, to the city of Augusta; Provided, That they shall cross the river at or below Augusta, by a Draw-Bridge; and provided, there shall be created thereby, no obstruction to the free navigation of the Savannah River and its branches. S. C. Railroad from Port Royal to Augusta. Must cross the Savannah by draw bridge. 83. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the said Company shall possess and enjoy the same privileges as to right of way, as are vested in and enjoyed by the Central Rail Road and Banking Company of Georgia. Same privileges of right of way as Central Road. 84. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Port Royal Rail Road Company shall have power to purchase, take and hold, in fee simple, or for years, any lands, tenements and heriditaments that they may find necessary for the site, on and along which to locate the said Rail Road, or to vary or alter the plans to such breadth or dimensions through the whole course of the Road, as they may see fit; and in like manner to purchase, take and hold any land contiguous to, or in the vicinity of said Road, that may be necessary for the procuring, and from time to time readily obtaing all proper materials for constructing, repairing, grading and sustaining the said Road; and in like manner to purchase all private rights of way on water courses, that may be across the route of said Rail Road, and also all land contiguous thereto that may be found necessary for the erection of toll houses, and other houses and accommodations; and the said Company shall have power to cross over any public road, canal, river, creek, waters or water courses that may be in their route; Provided, that the passage of the public road, or the navigation of the canal or water-course, be not obstructed thereby. Powers. Proviso. 85. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the said Company shall at all times have the exclusive right of conveyance and transportation of persons and merchandise, and produce over said Rail Road, whilst they see fit to exercise the same; and they are hereby authorized to fix and determine upon such rates of charge for transportation of persons, merchandise and produce, as to them shall seem necessary and proper to secure a reasonable and adequate return upon the capital invested; Provided, that the annual average yield on such capital, after all expenses are paid, shall not exceed ten per centum; the said Company may, when they see fit and proper, let or farm out all or any part of their exclusive rights of transportation of persons, merchandise and produce, with their privileges, to any individual or individuals, or other Company, and for such terms as may be agreed upon; subject, always, to the provisions contained in this section in relation to the rates of charge; and the said Company, in the exercise of their right of conveyance and transportation of persons or property, and the persons so taking from the Company the rights of conveyance or transportation, so far as they act on the same, shall be regarded as common

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carriers; and the said Company may use or employ any section of the proposed Rail Road, before the whole shall be completed, which may afford public accommodation for the conveyance of persons, merchandise and produce; and the said Company shall have power to take at the store-house they may establish or annex to said Rail Road, all goods, wares, merchandise or produce intended for transportation or conveyance, prescribe the rules of priority, and charge such reasonable prices and compensation for storage and labor, as they may, by regulation establish, or as may be agreed upon with the owners. Exclusive right. May fix such rates as are proper. Proviso. May farm out rights of Co. Common carriers. May use any section [Illegible Text] the rest shall be finished. Store house privileges. 86. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the said Company may, with the assent of the Rail Roads in Georgia, join their track to their Rail Road tracks, on such terms as may be agreed on between the Companies; Provided, that nothing in this charter shall exempt said Company from liability, and they are hereby made liable under existing laws, or in any other manner that the Legislature may by law provide, for all damages sustained by any individual or individuals, for the loss or crippling all kinds of stock, or any other property whatsoever, by the running of locomotives, cars, engines, or any other motive power on said Road; and also are and shall be liable for all injuries received by any individual or individuals, for damage done to him, her or them, by the running of said cars, engines or locomotives, or any other motive power on said Road; and in the event that death ensue, then, the right of action and recovery shall survive to his her or their representative or representatives, against the said Company for said damages; and in all suits and controversies arising from causes aforesaid, the said Company shall be considered prima facia at fault, and the burden of proof, showing themselves excusable, shall rest upon said Company; Provided, further, that the stock in said Rail Road Company shall at all times be subject to such tax as the present or any future Legislature may desire to levy on the same. May join Georgia roads with consent of owners. Proviso. Liability. Right of action, survives to Representative. Co. prima facia at fault. Proviso. 87. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the Legislature of Georgia from granting any charter or charters to any other person or persons, Company or Companies, for Rail Roads, Turnpikes or Plank Roads, within the counties of Richmond and Burke. This act not to prevent he Legislature from granting other charters c. 88. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the Company hereby incorporated, and all other Rail Road Companies hereafter authorized to extend their Roads from other States into this, shall be liable to be sued, by persons having claims against them, in the proper Courts of the counties and cities of the State respectively, in which said Road may terminate. Railroads entering Ga. from other States may be sued at the terminus in Ga. 89. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That it shall be sufficient to serve any subp[oelig]na, writ, precept, or process in any such suit, by handing the same to the President of such Company, or by leaving it at the office and place of business of such Company; and any judgment obtained in any such case, shall bind all the property of the Company in this State. How to [Illegible Text] Judgment binds all property in this State. Assented to Dec. 19, 1859.

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SAVANNAH AND ALBANY RAIL ROAD. 90. Savannah, Albany and Gulf Railroad allowed to build Branch Roads. 91. Manner of voting in future election of stockholders. 92. Quorum. 93. Taxation. (No. 324.) An Act to amend the several Acts of the General Assembly, relating to the Savannah and Albany Rail Road Company, and the Savannah, Albany and Gulf Rail Road Company, and to authorize the said Company to construct Branch Roads to the boundary line between Georgia and Florida. 90. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Savannah, Albany and Gulf Rail Road Company are hereby authorized to construct a Road or Roads from any point or points on their line or the line of Atlantic and Gulf Rail Road Company, to such place or places on the boundary line between Georgia and Florida, as the said Company may select; and that said Company shall have, for these purposes, all the rights and powers conferred by their charter of incorporation and the acts amendatory thereto. Savannah, Albany and Gulf Railroad Co. allowed to build branch roads. 91. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That in all future elections and meetings of the stockholders of said Company, the number of votes to which each stockholder shall be entitled, shall be in proportion to the number of shares he shall hold, in the following proportion, viz: For one share one vote; for two shares and not exceeding five, two votes; for every five shares above five, one vote; Provided, that no person or body politic shall be entitled in his, her or their own right, to more than one hundred and twenty votes; and no share shall confer a right of suffrage which shall not have been holden, according to the rules of the Company, three months previous to the day of election. Manner of voting in future elections of Stkholders. 92. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That not less than five Directors, with the President, or the President pro tem, shall form a Board for the transaction of business. Quorum. 93. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock issued for the construction of the Branch or Branches herein before provided for, shall be liable to such rate of taxation as may be fixed from time to time for all other property in this State. Taxation. Approved, Dec. 19, 1859.

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SAVANNAH, GRIFFIN NORTH ALABAMA RAIL ROAD. 94. Sections seven, eight and nine repealed, c. 95. Stock increased to $3,000,000, c. 96. Said Company shall have same rights, c., as are granted to Central Rail Road and Banking Company, subject to same liabilities, c., so far as applicable, except Banking privileges and exemption from taxation. (No. 325.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to incorporate the Savannah, Griffin and North Albama Rail Road Company, assented to on the 11 th day of February, 1854, and to strike out sections seven, eight and nine of said act, and substitute two additional sections in lieu thereof. 94. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That sections seven, eight and nine of an act entitled an act to incorporate the Savannah, Griffin and North Alabama Rail Road, be and the same are hereby strickout. Sec. 7, 8 9 repealed c. 95. SEC. II ( Be it further enacted? ) That the capital stock of the said Company be, and the same is hereby increased to three millions of dollars, and that said Company be allowed, if necessary, to further increase the same to the amount of the actual cost and equipment of the said Road, and not to exceed that. Stock increased $3,000,000. To be increased further if necessary, but not to exceed cost and equipment of Road. 96. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Company and its Corporators shall have and enjoy the same rights, privileges and immunities granted to the Central Rail Road and Banking Company, and subject to the same liabilities, restrictions and limitations, imposed upon said Company, so far as the same may be applicable under the act incorporating the said Central Rail Road and Banking Company, and the several acts amendatory thereto, heretofore passed; Provided, this provision be not so construed as to confer on said Company the privilege of Banking and exemption from taxation. Said Company shall have same rights c. granted to C. R. R. and B. Co. subject to same liabilities c, so far as applicable, except Banking privileges and exemption from taxation. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Nov. 23d, 1859. SPARTA BRANCH RAILROAD. 97. Sparta Branch Railroad incorporated. 98. Power to get rolling stock from C. R. R. 99. Taxing power (No. 326.) An act to amend an act approved on the 4 th March 1856, incorporating the Bank of Sparta; to confer certain privileges upon the corporators therein named; and to provide for the construction of a Railroad from Sparta to Tennille or any other point on the Central Railroad. 97. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That in addition to the privileges conferred by said act upon Thos. M. Turner, Andrew J. Lane, and Thomas T. Windsor and their associates and successors, the said corporators, and as many persons as may become

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associated with them, shall have the power to organize a Railroad Company, in the same manner and upon the same terms and with the same corporate powers and privileges and liabilities and restrictions, as now conferred and imposed upon Railroad Companies in Georgiasaid Company shall be styled the Sparta Branch Railroad Companyand in such name shall exercise all their corporate privileges. Sparta Branch R. R. incorporated. 98. SEC. II. They shall have power when their road or any portion of it shall be completed, to make contracts with the Central Railroad for the use of its rolling stock upon the Branch Road, and to do all other things not inconsistent with the laws and constitution, proper and necessary for the building and completion of said road. Power to get rolling stock from Central R. R. 99. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That nothing in this act shall be so construed as to deprive the General Assembly of the power to impose such tax upon the property and capital stock of Sparta Branch Railroad Company, as may be imposed upon the property and stock of any other Company in this State, all conflicting laws to the contrary notwithstanding. Taxing power APPROVED, December 21st, 1859. SOUTH-WESTERN RAILROAD. 100. South-Western R. R. stock increased. 101. Road from Americus to Albany made part of the South-Western RailroadTax. 102. Enterprise Railroad Company incorporatedPowers. 103. Routesame powers and privileges with South-Western RailroadProviso. 104. Stock $600,000Shares $100Where open books; and how. 105. $50,000 subscribed, Directors may be elected, and a President from Directors. 106. When begin work. 107. Taxation. 108. Road from Macon to Augusta authorized with usual privileges granted to RailroadsProviso. (No. 327.) An act to amend the charter of the South-Western Railroad Company, and to authorize an increase of the capital stock of said Company, and to incorporate the Enterprise Railroad Company, and to confer certain powers and privileges on the same, and to subject said company to such rate of taxation as the legislature shall from time to time assess, and to amend the charter of the Macon and Warrenton Railroad so as to allow the said Company to run their Railroad direct through the city of Milledgeville to the city of Augusta, or to the town of Warrenton, or to any other point on the Georgia Railroad, as a majority of the Directors may decide; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, in and by an act of the General Assembly, approved the 22d of January 1852, entitled an act to incorporate the Georgia and Florida Railroad Company, and to confer certain powers and privileges therein mentioned, it was enacted as follows, to-wit: Preamble. SEC. II. That the Georgia and Florida Railroad Company may at any time incorporate their stock with the stock of any other Company,

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on such terms as may be mutually agreed upon by such Companies; Provided that the road and other property of this Company, shall be subject to such taxation as the Legislature may deem equitable and just; and whereas the said Georgia and Forida Railroad Company did agree with the said South-western Railroad Company, to incorporate their stock with the stock of the said South-Western Railroad Company, and did thereupon deliver their Railroad, running from Americus to Albany, to the South-Western Railroad Company, and received stock of the South-Western Railroad Company therefor, to the amounnt of near five hundred thousand dollars, and thereby it became necessary to increase the capital stock of the said South-Western Railroad Company; 100. SEC. I. Be it therefore enacted, That the President and Directors of the said South-Western Railroad Company, be, and they are hereby authorized to increase the capital stock of said Company, and to issue stock in addition to the amount mentioned in their charter, for any sum not exceeding five hundred thousand dollars. S. W. R. R. Stock increased. 101. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the said Railroad from Americus to Albany, shall be considered part and parcel of the road of the South-Western Railroad Company, and be liable to pay to the State the same tax that the rest of the South-Western Railroad Company is liable to pay, and such additional tax as the legislature may hereafter impose. R. R. from Amuericus to Albany made part of S. W. R. R. 102. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That John George Singer, Thomas W. Battle, Syman Catchings, Lovered Bryan, Nathaniel R. Holliday, Willard Boynton, Charles L. Gaulden, James L. Wimberly and Richard Kidd, or such of them as shall associate and take stock under this act, or such other persons as shall associate with them or a portion of them in like manner, and their successors be, and they are hereby created a body corporate under the name and style of the Enterprise Railroad Company, and under said name to be capable in law to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, to have a common seal, and the same to break and alter at pleasure, and to perform the other usual functions incident to such corporations. Tax. Enterprise R. R. Co. incorporated. Powers. 103. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the said Company shall have power to construct and maintain a Railroad from the town of Lumpkin in the county of Stewart, or within one half mile of the same, to some convenient point, either on the South-Western Railroad, or on the Chattahoochee river, between the town of Georgetown in Quitman county, and the town of Florence in Stewart county, as shall by said company or a majority of them, be consided most practicable and advisable, and shall have the same powers and privileges in relation to the organization and government of said corporation, the construction and maintaining of said Road or its management and the equipment and furnishing said Road with all necessary engines, cars and other aparatus, to taking land and other property, to securing a right of way for the construction and maintaining of said Road, and to the regulation of all other affairs of said corporation, as are granted, prescribed and provided for, in the charter

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of the South-Western Railroad Company, and amendments thereto, so far as the same can be applicable and not otherwise provided for in this act, and be subject to the same terms, restrictions and liabilities: Provided however, the powers and privileges herein granted, shall not contravene the powers and privileges heretofore granted to said South-Western Railroad Company. Route. Same powers and privileges with the S. W. R. R. Co. Proviso. 104. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall not exced six hundred thousand dollars, to be divided into shares of one hundred dollars each, and that said corporators, or a majority of them, shall after the passage of this act, be authorized to open books in the town of Lumpkin, and at such other places as they may deem proper, for suscriptions to said stock, giving thirty days notice in any of the public Gazettes of the city of Columbus, or towns of Lumpkin and Cuthbert, and posting the same at the door of the Court Houses of the counties where said books may be opened, and that said corporation may receive subscriptions, payable in work or materials for said Road at fair prices, or in money, in such instalments or payments as said Company shall determine. Stock $600,000, shares $100. Where open books and how. 105. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That when the sum of fifty thousand dollars shall be subscribed as aforesaid, the said corporators or a majority of them are authorized to hold an election in the said town of Lumpkin, for seven Directors to manage the affairs of said corporation, thirty days notice of said election having been given by advertisement in some of the public Gazettes aforesaid; and the said Directors when chosen shall elect one of their number to be President. $50,000 subscribed, Directors may be elected, and a President from Directors. 106. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That said Company may commence work on said Railroad so soon as one hundred thousand dollars is subscribed as aforesaid in good faith. When begin work. 107. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That the stock, railroad and equipments of said company shall be subject to such rate of taxation as the legislature may from time to time assess. Taxation. 108. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted by the authorty aforesaid, That the charter of the Macon and Warrenton Railroad be so amended, as to allow the President and Directors of said Company to run their Road direct from the city of Macon through the city of Milledgeville, to the city of Augusta, or to the town of Warrenton in Warren county, as the stockholders and Directors or a majority of them may decide, or to any other point on the Georgia Railroad between Warrenton and Augusta; and that in the construction of said Road, they shall have all the privileges as to obtaining the right of way, as is now secured by charter, as well as other rights and immunities incident to Railroads in Georgia, except as to the powers of the State to tax said Road, which power shall be and remain unimpaired in the State. Road from Macon to Augusta authorized, with usual privileges granted to R. Roads. Proviso. SEC. X. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859.

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THOMASTON AND BARNESVILLE RAILROAD. 109. Thomaston Barnesville Railroad may extend to Muscogee Railroadmay increase stock $250,000, c. 110. Muscogee Railroad may extend to Thomaston with the consent of the Thomaston Barnesville RailroadPowers, c. 111. CorporatorsNamePowers. 112. Route. 113. StockSubscription, c. 114. Charter like T. B. R. R. charter. 115. Taxation. 116. Work to begin in 6 years. (No. 328.) An act to authorize the Thomaston and Barnesrille Railroad Company to construct and extend their Railroad to some point on the Railroad of the Muscogee Railroad Company; and to authorize and empower the Muscogee Railroad Company, by and with the consent of the Thomaston and Barnesville Railroad Company being first had thereto, to extend their Railroad from some convenient point on the said Muscogee Railroad, to Thomaston in Upson county; and for other purposes therein mentioned; and also, to incorporate the Middle Georgia Railroad Company. 109. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Thomaston and Barnesville Railroad Company be, and they are hereby authorized to extend and construct their Railroad from Thomaston in the county of Upson, by the most practicable route, to some point on the Railroad of the Muscogee Railroad Company; and for that purpose, they are authorized to increase their capital stock two hundred and fifty thousand dollars, and exercise all the rights, powers and privileges as to the right of way or otherwise, and be subject to all the duties and liabilities mentioned and prescribed in the existing charter of said Thomaston and Barnesville Railroad Company. T. and B. Railroad may extend to Muscogee Road. May increase stock $250,000. Privileges, rights c. 110. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Muscogee Railroad Company be, and they are hereby authorized and empowered, by and with the consent of the Thomaston and Barnesville Railroad Company first being had thereto, to extend its Railroad from some convenient point on said Muscogee Railroad to Thomaston, in the county of Upson, and that all the disabilities, rights, powers, privileges and provisions granted said Muscogee Railroad Company in its present charter, be extended so as to embrace said extension; and that said Muscogee Railroad Company have the right to increase its capital stock three hundred thousand dollars for this purpose. Muscogee R. R. may extend to Thomaston with consent of T. R. Railroad. Powers, privileges c. May increase stock $300,000. 111. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, John J. Floyd, John Harris, A. H. Lee, Thomas F. Jones, McCormick Neal and R. J. Henderson of the county of Newton, Gustavus Hendrick, B. W. Collier, R. G. Duke, B. F. Ward and J. W. Harkness of the County of Butts, Robert C. Barnes and William H. Thompson of the county of Jasper, William L. Fambro and Owen Willis of the county of Monroe, Andrew W. Walker of Henry county, and Frank. Reveire of Pike county, and their associates and successors, and assigns be, and they are hereby declared and constituted, a body corporate and politic, by the name and style of

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the Middle Georgia Railroad Company; and by that name may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded in any court of law or equity in this State, may have and use a common seal, and the same to alter and destroy at pleasurer; and may purchase, acept, have, hold, enjoy and convey any property, real, personal or mixed, which may be necessary or proper for the purposes, herein mentioned. Corporators. Name. Powers. 112. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted by the authority aforsaid, That said Company shall have power and authority to survey, lay off, construct, equip, use and enjoy a Railroad from the terminus of the Thomaston and Barnesville Railroad, at or near the town of Barnesville in Pike county, to Covington in the county of Newton, or some other point on the Georgia Railroad, as they may deem best. Route. 113. SEC. V. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the capital stock of said Company shall not be less than fifty thousand dollars, nor more than one million of dollars; Books of subscription for which shall be open at such times and places as a majority of the parties named, their successors or assigns, shall determine. Stock. Subscription Books. 114. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That the act incorporating the Thomaston and Barnesville Railroad Company, so far as practicable, shall be applied to said Middle Georgia Railroad Company. Charter like T. B. Railroad charter. 115. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the property or the net profits of the Companies chartered in this act, shall be subject to such taxation as the necessities, requirements and exigencies as the State may require. Taxation. 116. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That work must be commencenced within six years upon said Railroads, from the passage of this act, else this Charter to be forfeited. Work to begin in 6 years. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. ART. II. STEAM NAVIGATION. AUGUSTA, PETERSBURG AND SAVANNAH RIVER STEAM AND POLE BOAT NAVIGATION COMPANY. 1. CorporationPrivileges. 2. Objects of CompanyProvisoPowers. 3. Capital stock $100,000May be increased to $1,000,000. 4. Stockholders meet annuallyPurpose of meeting. 5. Directors till new ones are chosenVacancies. 6. Location of Company, Augusta. 7. Liability of stockholders. (No. 329.) An Act to incorporate the Augusta, Petersburg and Savannah River Steam and Pole Boat Navigation Company, of North-Eastern Georgia. 131. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That James J. Field, Eliel Lockhart, Drury B. Cade, Joel T. Lockhart, Foster Blodget, Jr., and William Gibson, and their associates and assigns, are created a

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body corporate and politic by the name and style of the Augusta, Petersburg and Savannah River Steam and Pole Boat Navigation Company of North-Eastern Georgia, so far as the State of Georgia has got the right and power to transfer the right for the navigation of said river, under the treaty of Beaufort, held on the 28th day of April, in the year of our Lord one thousand seven hundred and eighty seven, and in the year of the independence of the United States, the eleventh. And by that name and style shall be able and capable in law to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer, and be answered unto in any court of law or equity in this State; and to make and use a common seal, and alter and change the same at pleasure, and to establish such ordinances, by-laws, and regulations as shall be necessary and convenient for conducting the affairs of said Company. Corporators. Privileges. 132. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the object of said Company is declared to be the opening and clearing out a channel in said Savannah and Tugalo rivers, from the city of Augusta, in the county of Richmond, and State of Georgia, as high up on said Savannah and Tugalo rivers and their tributary streams, within the boundary of Georgia, as will be practicable for opening a channel for light steam and pole boats, of sufficient width and depth, to pass a steam or pole boat of at least fifty tons burthen; Provided, nothing herein contained shall interfere with any of the chartered rights or privileges of the Augusta Canal Company; and for this purpose said Company are empowered to purchase and hold real and personal property, and to adopt such means and pursue such measures as shall be expedient for the prosecution of the same. Objects of Co. Proviso. Powers. 133. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be one hundred thousand dollars, with power to increase the same at pleasure to one million of dollars, divided into such number of shares as shall be provided for and fixed by the by-laws of said Company. Capital stock, $ 100,000. May be increased to $1,000,000. 134. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That there shall be an annual meeting of the stockholders of said Company, at such time and place as shall be provided for by the by-laws of said Company, for the purpose of choosing five Directors to manage all the concerns thereof, who shall be stockholders, and be elected by the stockholders in person or by proxy, each share entitling the holder thereof to one vote. Stockholders meet annually. Purpose of meeting. 135. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That James J. Field, Eliel Lockhart, Drury B. Cade, Joel T. Lockhart, Foster Blodget, Jr., and William Gibson, and their associates and assigns, shall be and continue the Directors of said Company, until the first annual meeting of the stockholders. The Directors shall appoint their President and other officers, and shall fill all vacancies that may occur in their body during the time of their appointment, and they shall continue in office till new Directors shall have been elected. Directors till new ones are chosen. Vacancies. 136. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That said corporation shall keep an office in the city of Augusta, county of Richmond, State

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of Georgia, which shall be for all judicial purposes its location, and in which it shall be liable to be sued. Location of Co. Augusta. 137. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the stockholders in said Company shall be liable pro rata, for the debts of said Company, to the amount of the stock by them respectively held, but for no greater amount. Liability of Stockholders. Approved December 14th, 1859. ART. III. TELEGRAPH COMPANIES. MIDDLE GEORGIA TELEGRAPH COMPANY. 1. Middle Georgia Telegraph Company incorporated. 2. Stock $30,000Shares $100How issuedProviso. 3. Officers hold office one year. 4. Side lines. 5. How President, Secretary, Treasurer and Directors may be chosen. 6. Each share has a voteProxyLot. 7. Powers and privileges. 8. May join lines out of the State. 9. Where line may run and be no nuisanceProvisoDamagesProviso, c. 10. When Company must telegraph for officers of this State and the United States, c. 11. Liability of stockholdersWhat considered payment of capital stock. 12. Clerk and operators actually engaged exempt from jury, militia and patrol duty. 13. What service considered legalPublic Act. 14. Shares reduced of Dalton and Cadsden RailroadMay consolidate with any Alabama RailroadConsolidated Road to be called Dalton and Jacksonville Railroad Company. (No. 330.) An Act to incorporate the Middle Georgia Telegraph Company; also, to change the name of the Dalton and Gaasden Railroad Company to that of the Dalton and Jacksonville Railroad Company, and for other purposes. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That William H. Prichard and Simeon A. Atkinson, and such persons as now are, or hereafter may be associated with them, including the subscribers in this State who may have acquired from Samuel F. B. Morse, and all others who may have improved and patented the Electro-Magnetic Telegraph, invented and patented by him, through this State, on the route leading from the city of Augusta, through Athens to the city of Atlanta, in the State of Georgia, be, and they are hereby made and declared a body politic and corporate in law, for the purpose of constructing, erecting and maintaining a line of the said Telegraph, on the route aforesaid, or any other route through and within this State; and of transmitting intelligence by means thereof, by the name and style of the Middle Georgia Telegraph Company. Middle Ga. Telegraph Co. incorporated. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the capital stock of the said Company shall consist of thirty thousand dollars, in shares of one hundred dollars each, to be issued to the said William H. Prichard and Simeon A. Atkinson, and to those who have heretofore, or may hereafter contribute funds for the construction and improvement of the said line of Telegraph, in such proportions, as the said William H. Prichard and Simeon A. Atkinson, and the

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said subscribers and contributors have heretofore agreed, or may hereafter agree upon; Provided, that when the basis on which such stock shall be issued has been once fixed, it shall not thereafter be altered; And provided, also, that funds raised, or to be raised, for the construction of the said Telegraph, putting the same in operation, and maintaining, adding to, and improving the same, shall be such only, as are necessary for the said purposes. Stock $30,000 Share $100, how issued. Proviso. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the President and Directors, Secretary and Treasurer, shall hold their respective offices for one year, and until their successors, respectively shall be elected; and shall exercise such powers, pertaining to the building and management of the said Telegraph, not repugnant to or incompatible with the Constitution and Laws of this State and United States, as may be authorized by the by-laws of the said corporation. Officers to hold office 1 year. Powers c. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the said corporation shall have power and authority to build or purchase any connecting or side line, in this State, having acquired the right to do so from the owners of Morse's patent, and of any other patent, that they may hereafter use. Side lines. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the persons mentioned in the first section of this act, shall have power to call a meeting of the corporate body, hereafter created, giving them three weeks notice of the time and place of such meeting, in at least one public gazette published at Augusta Georgia, for the purpose of choosing a President, Secretary and Treasurer, together with a suitable a number of Directors as may be determined on by the Stockholders, for the management of their affairs. How Presd't. Sec'y., Treas. and Directors may be chosen. 6. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That at every election, each share shall entitle its holder to one vote; and absent stockholders may vote by agent or proxy, on producing written authority to do so. In case of an equal number of votes on both sides, the election shall be decided by lot. Each share has a vote. Proxy. Lot. 7. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the Middle Georgia Telegraph Company hereby incorporated, shall have power and authority to sue and be sued, to implead and be impleaded, answer and be answered unto, defend and be defended in any action, suit or proceeding, whatsoever, in any court of law or equity, having competent jurisdiction, to make and use a common seal, and the same to alter at pleasure; to purchase and hold such real and personal estate as the lawful purposes of the said corporation may require, and the same to sell and convey, alien, or in anywise dispose of in whole or in part, when no longer so required; to appoint such officers and agents as may be necessary to manage the business of said Company, and allow them a suitable compensation therefor; to make by-laws not repugnant to the laws of the land, and generally to use, exercise and enjoy all rights, privileges and franchises which are incident or appertaining to similar corporations. powers and privileges.

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8. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That the said corporation shall have power and authority to contract with any person or persons, or bodies corporate, for the purpose of connecting its lines of Telegraph with lines out of the State. May join lines out of the State. 9. SEC. IX. Be it further enacted, That the Middle Georgia Telegraph Company shall have power and authority to set up their fixtures along and across any high road or roads, and any railroad which now or may hereafter exist in the route of said Telegraph, and any water courses of the State, without the same being held or determined a public nuisance, or subject to be abated by any private person; Provided, the said fixtures be so placed as not to interfere with the common use of such roads, water courses, or with the convenience of any land owner further than is unavoidable; and the said corporation shall be responsible for any damages which said corporation or private person shall sustain by the erection, continuance and use of any such fixtures; and in any action brought for the recovery thereof, by the owner or occupier of any lands, the damages to be awarded, may, at the election of the said corporation, include the damage of allowing the said fixtures permanently to continue; on the payment of which damages, the right of the corporation to continue such fixtures shall be confirmed as if granted by the parties to the suit; Provided, that no person or body politic shall be entitled to sue for, or recover damages as aforesaid, until the said corporation, erected in pursuance of the authority hereby given, actually interrupting, or with intent to interrupt, the operations of the Telegraph of the said corporation, shall be liable for all damages which the said corporation may suffer in repairing the injury, and in the interruption of its business, to be recovered in an action of trespass, and shall be further liable to indictment, and on conviction, be fined or imprisoned, or both, at the discretion of the Court in which such indictment shall be tried; and if any person incurring the penalty aforesaid, shall, through insolvency or any other cause, be unable, or shall fail to pay the penalty and damages aforesaid, and shall a second time destroy or commit any trespass upon any such fixtures as aforesaid, such person shall be subject to be imprisoned for not less than one month, nor more than six months, upon being duly convicted thereof before any court of competent jurisdiction. Where line may run and be no nuisance. Proviso. Damages. Proviso. Damages for injury by action of trespass. Fine or imprisonment. Penalty for 2d injury. 10. SEC. X. Be it further enacted, That said corporation shall be bound, upon the application of ony of the officers of this State, or of the United States, acting in the event of any war, insurrection, riot, or other civil commotion, or resistance of public authority, or in the punishment or prosecution of crime, or the arrest of persons charged or suspected thereof, to give the communications of officers pertaining to such war, insurrection, riot, commotion or arrest, immediate dispatch; and if any officer, clerk or operator of the said corporation, shall refuse or wilfully omit to transmit such communications, or shall designedly alter or falsify the same, for any purpose whatever, he shall be subject, upon conviction thereof before any court of competent jurisdiction, to be fined and imprisoned, according

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to the discretion of the court, and in proportion to the aggravation of the offence; for transmitting such communications the said corporation shall charge no higher price than shall be usually charged by it for private communications of the same length. When Co. must Telegraph for officers of this State and the United States. Penalty for not transmitting news or altering designedly. Price for such work. 11. SEC. XI. Be it further enacted, That the members of the said corporation shall be liable jointly and severally, for all debts and contracts, made by such corporation; and until the whole amount of the capital stock authorized to be subscribed as aforesaid, shall have been actually paid in, no note or obligation given by any stockholder, whether secured by pledge of the stock in such corporation or otherwise, shall be considered as payment of any part of the capital stock, until such notes or obligations shall have been actually paid. Liability of stockholders. What considered payment of capital stock. 12. SEC. XII. Be it further enacted, That the clerks and operators, actually engaged in the transmission of intelligence at the several Telegraph stations of the said Company, shall be, and they are hereby exempt from the performance of jury, militia, or patrol duty. Clerks and operators actually engag'd exempt from Jury, Militia, and Patrol duty. 7. SEC. XIII. Be it further enacted, That the services of the process of any court of this State, shall be legal and valid on said body politic and corporate, if the same shall be left at the office of the Company, within any District of this State; Provided, the President of the Company is absent from and beyond the limits of the said District, and that this Act shall be deemed a public act. What service considered legal. Public act. 14. SEC. XIV. Be it further enacted, That the Dalton and Gadsden Railroad Company may reduce the par value of their shares to ten dollars a share, and may consolidate with any Railroad Company chartered by the State of Alabama; and the said consolidated Company shall be known by the name and style of the Dalton and Jacksonville Railroad Company. Shares reduced of Dalton and G. R. R. May consolidate with any Ala. R. R. Consolidated Co. called Dalton Jacksonville R. R. Co. Assented to, December 19th, 1859. ART. IV. TURNPIKE COMPANIES. CALHOUN AND ELLIJAY TURNPIKE COMPANY. SEC. 1, Calhoun and Ellijay Turnpike Company incorporatedpowers. SEC. 2, Route. SEC. 3, Stock $20,000shares $20. SEC. 4, Directors3 or more, elected by stockholders to manage the concerneach share has a voteproxy, c. SEC. 5, Books when openedorganize when proper amount has been taken. SEC. 6, Officers elected annually. SEC. 7, 5th, 6th. 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th section of an act of Feb. 23rd 1858, about plank roads, ., added to and made part of this charter. (No. 331.) An act to incorporate the Calhoun and Ellijay Turnpike Company and to confer certain powers and privileges upon the same. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That Robert B. Young, John Harkins, George J. Fain, Wiley E. Brogden and Andrew Borders of the county of Gordon, and

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Pierce Roberts, Ebenezer Fain, R. R. Hunt, Joseph Picket, John P. Cobb, of the county of Gilmer, are hereby made a body politic and corporate, under the name of the Calhoun and Ellijay Turnpike Company, with all the usual or necessary powers and privileges for carrying into effect the objects of the incorporation, which are not contrary to the Constitution and Laws of this Stete. Calhoun and Elijay Turnpike Co. incorporated. Powers. 2. SEC. II. The said company is hereby authorized to construct a turnpike road from the town of Calhoun, on the Western Atlantic Railroad, to the town of Ellijay, in the county of Gilmer, along the most practicable route, to be agreed upon by the Company, or along such parts of said route, as said Company may deem it necessary to construct a turnpike road, and also along more than one route if they deem it necessary. Route. 3. SEC. III. It is further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be twenty thousand dollars, divided into shares of twenty dollars each. Stock $20,000. Share $20. 4. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the business of said corporation shall be transacted by a board of Directors, to consist of three or more persons, as may be appointed by the stockholders, to be chosen from among themselves; each stockholder to be entitled to one vote for each and every share of stock owned by such stockholder, which vote may be given in person or by proxy, duly appointed in writing. Said directors so appointed shall select one from among their number as President of said Board of Directors. Directors, 3 or more elected by stockholders to manage the concern. Each share has a vote. Proxy. President. 5. Sec. V. Be it further enacted, That said incorporators or a majority of them, may immediately, upon the passage of this act, open books for subscription, both at Calhoun and Ellijay; and whenever the capital stock of said Company shall be subscribed, or a sufficient amount in the judgment of the stockholders to construct said turnpike road, said stockholders may proceed at once to organize as provided for in section number four of this act. Books where opened. Organize when proper amount has been taken. 6. Sec. VI. Said board of Directors and President, shall be elected annually, upon the second Monday in January, or upon such other day as the stockholders may determine. Officers elected annually, and when. 7. Sec. VII. The fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth sections of an act to authorize the incorporation of joint stock companies, for the constrnction of macadamized, graded, or plank roads, approved February twenty-third, eighteen hundred and fifty, are hereby added to, and made a part of the charter of the Calhoun and Ellijay Turnpike Company. 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th sec. of an act of Feb. 23d, 1850, about plank roads c., be added to and made part of this charter. Sec. VIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859.

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VERNON SHELL ROAD COMPANY. SEC. 8, Corporatorspowers, privileges and styleproviso, SEC. 9, Stock $50,000subscription to be regulated by majority of corporatorsproviso. SEC. 10, Shares $50transferableone vote to each shareproviso. SEC. 11, Company not organized until $10,000 is subscribeddirectors chosen annually, c. SEC. 12, Shell road from Savannah to Vernonburgtoll. SEC. 13, Rights vest in proportion to shares. SEC. 14, Penalties for injuries. SEC. 15, Liabilities of stockholders. (No. 332.) An act to incorporate the Vernon Shell Road Company, and for other purposes therein named. 8.Sec.I. Be it enacted, c., That William Neyle Habersham, Dr.P.M. Kollock, John F. Tucker, John Lama, Samuel V. Stiles, William B. Giles, Moses A. Cohair, Alonzo B. Luce, and their associates or a majority of them, their successors and assigns, are hereby declared and constituted a body corporate, by the name and style of Vernon Shell Road Company, to construct and build a Shell Road from the city of Savannah to White Bluff, otherwise called Vernonburg, on the Vernon River, in the county of Chatham, to be constructed and laid on and over the bed of the White Bluff Road, and by that name and style may sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, answer and be answered,in any court of law or equity of the State of Georgia, or of the United States, and may have and use a common seal, and the same to alter and amend at pleasure, and may have and hold personal and real property necessary to carry on their business, with full power to transfer and convey the same; Provided, the assent of the Inferior Court and Commissioners of Roads of Chatham county, shall first be obtained for constructing, building, and laying the same over the bed of the said White Bluff Road; and if said assent is not obtained, then to construct and lay the same over and on such bed or track as may be selected by the Board of Directors, and with the consent of the land owners through whose lands the said road shall pass. Corporators. Powers and privileges. Proviso. 9. Sec. II. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall not exceed fifty thousand dollars; that said Company may organize and commence work whenever subscriptions to the amount of ten thousand dollars have been subscribed; and that the subscriptions to the same shall be regulated by the persons hereinbefore named, or a majority of them, and their associates, as to the number of shares, the times, places, manner and mode of subscriptions, the amount to be paid in, with the time or times when the remaining portions shall be paid, and the mode of payment, with full power to declare forfeitures, under certain rules to be before prescribed, when stockholders fail to comply, and to do all things necessary to insure the prompt payment of the several installments of stock when required; Provided, that such regulations thus adopted, shall be general, and operate on all subscribers alike. Stock $50,000. Subscriptions c. to be regulated by maj. of corporators. Proviso.

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10. Sec. III. And be it further enacted, That the capital stock of said Company shall be divided into shares of fifty dollars each, to be assignable and transferable according to such regulations as said Company may adopt; and on all questions arising at business meetings, each stockholder shall be entitled to one vote for each share he may own; Provided, That the subscription for stock shall be registered in a book, to be provided by said Company, which shall at all times be opened to the inspection of stockholders. Shares $50. Transferable. One vote to each share. Proviso. 11. Sec. IV. And be it further enacted, That said Company shall not be considered as organized until stock to the amount of ten thousand dollars shall be subscribed, after which the stockholders shall elect three or more directors, to manage the business and property and affairs of said company, one of whom shall be appointed President by the other directors, which directors shall be chosen annually at such time and place as the directors may determine upon; Provided, that the Directors for the time being shall serve until their successors are elected, and they, or a majority of them, shall form a quorum for the transaction of business, and shall have power to make all such by-laws, rules, and ordinances as to them may appear fit and needful, touching the management of the road to be constructed, and effects of the corporation, and all such matters as may appertain to the same, not inconsistent with the Constitution and Laws of the State of Georgia; and they shall have power to employ such officers, agents, and laborers as they may deem necessary for the transaction of the business of the corporation, and to displace, remove, and discharge such officers, agents, or servants, at pleasure. Co. not organized till $10,000 are subscribed. Directors chosen annually. Proviso. Quoram, By-laws, Powers c. 12. Sec. V. And be it further enacted, That it shall and may be lawful for said corporation to construct and make a shell road from the city of Savannah to White Bluff, otherwise called Vernonburg, on the Vernon River, in the county of Chatham, to be laid on and over the bed of the White Bluff road, on the conditions heretofore named, or otherwise as therein provided for, to erect toll gates across the same, and charge toll for the use of said road, and for passing over the same. Shell road from Sav. to Vernonburg. Toll. 13. Sec. VI. And be it further enacted, That all laws, rights, and property acquired by said Company, with said Road when completed, and all profits which may accrue therefrom, shall be invested in their respective stockholders, their heirs, legal representatives, or assigns for ever, in proportion to their respective shares. Rights vest in proportion to shares. 14. Sec. VII. And be it further enacted, That in case any person shall willfully injure or obstruct the said road, whereby said Company shall sustain any loss, he shall forfeit and pay to said Company the amount of all damages which they may sustain in consequence thereof, to be sued for and recovered by action in any Court having jurisdiction thereof, in the same manner as is provided by law for individuals in like cases, and shall be further subject to indictment, and upon conviction, to be punished by fine or imprisonment, or both, at the discretion of the Court. Penalties for injuries.

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15. Sec. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the persons and property of said stockholders, shall be held liable for all debts or contracts of said Company to the full amount of such share or shares held by such stockholders in said Company. Liability of stockholders. Sec. IX. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 13th, 1859. TITLE XII. LAND. ART. I. GRANT. ART. II. HEAD RIGHTS. ART. I. GRANTS. 1. Plat and grant for lot N. 142, in originally Appling now Pierce county, corrected. 2. Relief of Luke Padget. (No. 333.) An Act to correct and perfect the grant to lot of land number one hundred and forty-two, in the fourth District of originally Appling, now Pierce county. Whereas, the grant for lot of land number one hundred and forty-two, in the fourth District of originally Appling, now Pierce county, was applied for by William Osteen, of the county of Ware, and by mistake, was assigned to Abraham Osteen, of said county, for remedy whereof. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Surveyor General and Secretary of State, be and they are hereby required to correct said plat and grant; and that they make like alterations, by inserting the name of William, instead of Abraham, in said plat and grant, in their respective offices. Plat for lot No. 142 in old Appling corrected. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 20th, 1859. (No. 334.) An Act for the relief of the heirs and representatives of Luke Paget. Whereas, heretofore in the land lottery of this State, making distribution of the land then recently acquired of the Creek Indians, forming the counties of Irwin, Early, c., Luke Paget, of Ellis District.

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Twiggs county, gave in for a draw in said lottery, and drew lot No. four hundred and twenty-one, in the tenth district of Irwin county, which by the mistake of the person receiving draws or of some of the Clerks employed in and about the carrying said land lottery into effect, the said lot of land is entered on the books in the Surveyor General's office, as also on the numercial books in the Executive office, as having been drawn by one Luke Baggett, when in truth and in fact there was not, nor ever was in the county of Twiggs, such a person as Luke Baggett. Preamble. 2. SEC. I. And be it therefore enacted, That upon testimony by affidavit being furnished to the Governor, that at the time of the giving in for draws in said land lottery, no such person as Luke Baggett, resided in Ellis District, Twiggs county, Georgia, and that there was such a person as Luke Paget, residing in said District and county, that his Excellency the Governor do cause said mistake to be rectified by a new grant for the lot of land aforesaid to Luke Paget. Relief of Luke Paget. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. ART. II. HEAD RIGHTS. 1. Laws relating to Head Rights repealed, so far as they relate to Franklin county. (No. 335.) An Act to repeal all laws relating to Head Rights, so far as they apply to Franklin county. Whereas, their is little if any ungranted land now in the county of Franklin, and Whereas, most of the land was granted prior to 1800, in many cases the original grants have either been lost or destroyed, so that it is difficult to locate the same, and the lands having passed from generation to generation, and from individual to individual, so that it is difficult to trace up and locate the same to much of the land therein, and whereas, the claim for head rights is productive of much trouble and litigation, for remedy whereof; Preamble 3. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That all laws and parts of laws authorizing the issuing of land warrants, and the taking up and granting lands under head rights; so far as they relate to Franklin county, be and the same are hereby repealed; Provided, this act shall not opperate upon any claim commenced, or case now pending in the Courts of said county. Laws relating to head rights repealed for Franklin co. Proviso. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws Approved Dec. 14th, 1859.

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TITLE XIII. MONUMENT. GOV. JARED IRWIN. 1. Monument to Gov. Irwin, to be erected in Public Square in Sandersville, Commissioners appointed to locate it. (No. 336.) An Act to erect the Monument of Gov. Jared Irwin, in the town of Sandersville. Whereas, the last General Assembly appropriated fifteen hundred dollars, to erect a monument over the remains of Governor Jared Irwin, * * $1500 appropriated for that purpose 1858, pam. 15. and Whereas, the citizens of Washington county, desire to erect said Monument in the town of Sandersville, the place where Gov. Irwin's remains now lie being in an unvisited place, and if it is raised over his remains there, will be seldom seen. Preamble. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That said Monument be erected on the Public Square, in the town of Sandersville, Washington county; and that R. L. Warthen, James S. Hook, S. A. H. Jones, W. W. Carter, and John W. Rudisill, shall have the power of locating said Monument on said Square. Monument to Gov. Irwin to be erected in public square in town of Sandersville. Com'rs appointed to Locate it. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. TITLE XIV. PARDONS. FRANCIS I. SMITH. 1. Francis I. Smith, pardoned. (No. 337.) An Act to pardon Francis I. Smith, of the county of Campbell, now under sentence of death for the crime of murder. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Francis I. Smith, of the county of Campbell, now under sentence of death for the crime of murder, be, and he is hereby pardoned of the said crime of murder, and relieved from the pains and penalties of the same; and that the Sheriff of said county of Campbell, upon the production of this act, properly certified as having passed into a law, do discharge the said Francis I. Smith, and permit him to go free. Pardon Francis I. Smith. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to. Nov. 22d, 1859.

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TITLE XV. PATROLS. JASPER COUNTY. SEC. 1, J. P. of Jasper county Road and Patrol Commissioners for their Districts. SEC. 2, When there are no Justices, what may be done. (No. 338.) An act to make Justices of the Peace in the several Militia Districts in the county of Jasper ex-officic roard and patrol commissioners. * * The act of 1854, pam. 101, 2, 3, makes it the duty of the Interior Court to appoint Commissioners, act of 1856, pam. 267, exempts all persons over 45 years from patrol duty. 1. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Justices of the Peace in the several Militia Districts in the county of Jasper, be, and they are hereby made ex-officio Road and Patrol Commissioners of the several Districts in which they may be elected. J. P. of Jasper road and patrol Com'rs. for their districts. 2. Sec. II. That in the several Militia Districts in said county in which there may be no Justices of the Peace, it shall and may be lawful for any two free holders within the same, to associate with them the Justice or Justices of the Peace in any adjoining district, and proceed to do and perform all and singular the duties of Road and Patrol Commissioners within the same, any law, usage, or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Where there are no justices what may be done. Approved December 19th, 1859. LIBERTY COUNTY. Sec. 3, Patrol laws of this State changed for 15th District of Libertymounted police-board of policesuccessors, c. Sec. 4, Duty of Board. Sec. 5, Way of perpetuating the Board. Sec. 7, Provides for support of policeproviso. Sec. 7. Who continues subject to the general patrol law of this State. (No. 339.) An act to legalize and enforce the operation of the Board of Police, for the 15 th District of G. M., of the county of Liberty, to confer upon the same certain rights, powers and privileges therein mentioned, and to establish by law the system of mounted police now maintained in said District. 1. Sec. I. Be it enacted, c., That the patrol laws of the State be in part changed and modified, so far as relates to the 15th District G. M., of the county of Liberty, and the following grants and provisions substituted in the place thereof, to-wit: Patrol laws of State changed for 15th dist. Liberty co.

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Article 1st., Sec. 1st., The present voluntary system of mounted police shall be, and hereby is duly sanctioned and established by law; and to render the same effective, a board of police shall be constituted, composed of the following five (5,) individuals, viz: J. Q. Cassels, Peter W. Fleming, Abial Winn, William S. Baker, and S. M. Varnedoe, the successors of whom shall be elected on the second Wednesday in January, eighteen hundred and sixty, and annually thereafter on the same day and month, in the town of Riceboro, by the qualified voters of the said 15th District, and under the usual legal forms and superintendence. Mounted Police. Board of Police. Successors c. 4. Sec. II. It shall be the province and duty of this Board to regulate the number of mounted police, appoint and remove the same at pleasure from office, prescribe all necessary rules and by-laws for their government and discipline and adjust their rates of compensation, and exercise a general supervisory control over all matters appertaining thereto, including the issue executions against delinquent tax payers mentioned in the fourth section of this act. Duty of board 5. Sec. III. The members of this board shall hold over in office until their successors have been elected, and take their seats, and vacancies occurring during their term of service from death or resignation, shall be filled by a majority vote of the survivors of said Board; and in the event of the Board becoming extinct from either or both of the above mentioned causes, it shall be the duty of their Secretary to order another election to serve out the unexpired term, by a public notice of not less than thirty days. Way of perpetuating the Board. 6. Sec. IV. Be it further enacted, That means shall be provided for the support and maintainance of this mounted police, by the payment, on the second Wednesday of January eighteen hundred and sixty-one, and each succeeding year, by every slave holder, of a tax of not more fifty (50) cents per capita on his or her slaves, as returned on the tax digest of said 15th District G. M., the same to be collected by the Board through their agent in office, and enforced under the usual penalities of levy and execution at the bands of the county Sheriff; Provided, nevertheless, that all owners of slaves who reside on their plantations at all times of the year, or cause to reside there some responsible male white person, be exempted from the operations of this article. Provides for support of Police. Proviso. 8. Sec. V. Be it enacted, That these individuals, who, under the above provisions, are exempted from the payment of aught for the maintainance of the police, in case they do not avail themselves of this privilege, shall continue subject to the general patrol law of the State, and do duty accordingly. Who continues subject to general patrol law of State. Sec. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 13th, 1859.

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RICHMOND. Sec. 8, Patrol laws of Richmond. Sec. 9, Manner of appointing patrols in Richmond. (No. 340.) An act to amend an act approved the 20 th of March 1854, * * Pam. ot 1853-4, 101, 2, and 3. See also notes thereto on page 103. in relation to patrols, and for other purposes, so far as the same relates to the county of Richmond. 8. Sec. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That so much of the act approved 20th February 1854, as relates to the appointment of patrol commissioners by the Inferior Court, be, and the same is hereby repealed, and the laws in relation to the appointment of patrol by the Inferior Court be, and the same is hereby repealed, and the laws in relation to the appointment of patrols by Justices of the Peace, are hereby revived and re-enacted, in the county of Richmond. Patrol laws of Richmond. 9. Sec. II. And be it further enacted, That any two free holders, in any District in Richmond county, are also hereby empowered, to appoint patrols for the Districts, with all the powers vested in patrols, for the full discharge of their duties under the laws in force in this State. Manner of appointing patrols in Richmond. Sec. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 19th, 1859. TITLE XVI. PEDDLERS. Sec. 1, Peddling liquor prevented in certain counties. Sec. 2, Proviso. (No. 341.) An act to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, Henry, Sumter, Laurens, Early, Troup, Houston, Lincoln, Clay, Wilkes, Dooly, Chattahoochee, Stewart, Glasscock, Colquitt, Warren, Webster, Terrell, Jefferson, Monroe, Burke, Newton, Glynn, Talliaferro, Butts, Baker, Pike, Upson, Gwinnett, Decatur, Schley, and Spalaing counties. * * Acts regulating peddling in this State, 1796, Watkins' Digest. 597, 812, pam. 26, 7, 1816, pam. 213, 14; 1817, pam. 17; 1819, pam. 128, 9, 30; 1822, pam. 67-8; 1824, pam. 108, 9, 10; 1831, pam. 220; 1832, pam. 182; 1839, pam. 186; 1845, pam. 36; 1850, pam. 333; 1852, prohibiting foreigners, pam. 260. Sec. XII, of the 11th Division of the Penal Code of this State, provides that any person peddling without license shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and liable to a fine of not less than $1060, nor more than $3000. Cobb's Digest. 822, 3. Sec. XX. of the 13th Division of the Penal Code of this State, provides that any person trading with slaves, without permit of the owner, shall be liable to a fine of not less than $1000. Cobb's Digest, 828, 9. 10. Sec. I. The General Assembly do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, it shall not be lawful for any person to

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peddle, or haul about, or carry about for sale, any spiritous liquors, any where in the counties of Greene, Henry, Sumter, Laurens, Early, Troup, Houston, Lincoln, Clay, Wilkes, Dooly, Chattahoochee, Stewart, Glasscock, Colquitt, Warren, Webster, Terrell, Jefferson, Monroe, Burke, Newton, Glynn, Talliaferro, Butts, Baker, Pike, Upson, Gwinnett, Decatur, Schley, and Spalding, or to sell the same in any quantity, except at some stationary point; Provided, that nothing in this act shall be so construed as to prohibit any one from manufacturing and selling spirituous liquors at home, or conveying the same abroad for the purpose of selling the same to merchants or grocers for the purpose of a retail by them of said liquor. Peddling liquor prevented. Proviso. 11. Sec. II. Any person violating the first section of this act, shall be liable to indictment for a misdemeanor; and on conviction, shall be subject to the same punishment as is now provided by law for violating the law against retailing without license. Penalty, Approved December 19th, 1859. TITLE XVII. RELIEF. SEC. 1. M. M. Barelay made sole heir of M. M. Marshall. SEC. 2. May inherit as though a child. SEC. 3. Property freed from husband. SEC. 4. The purchase of a tract of land by Mrs. C. F. Dellingster, Adm'rx. legalized. SEC. 5. Marriage of L. Cody and F. C. Cody. legalized. SEC. 6. Relief of Amy Clark. SEC. 7. Relief of Charles Greene. SEC. 8. J. A. Jones and J. Vaughn relieved. SEC. 9. Relief of Richard Myrick. SEC. 10. Relief of Mary Frances Nunar. SEC. 11. Relief of practicing physicians in Mclnsosh county. SEC. 12. Relief of William M. Pyram. SEC. 13. Relief of William S. Rackley. SEC. 14. E. A. Brazwell relieved. SEC. 15. Marriage declared. SEC. 16. Relief of William P. Redwine. SEC. 17. Relief of William D. Rigdon. SEC. 18. Relief of D. M. and G. W. Smith. SEC. 19. Relief of Joseph White. SEC. 20. Relief of the securities of G. F. Wing. SEC. 21. Relief of J. C. Smith. SEC. 22. Duty of county Treasurer. (No. 342.) An Act to constitute and declare Margaret Marshall Barclay, the adoptted daughter of Mary M. Marshall, of the county of Chatham, the heir of the said Mary M. Marshall, and to enable her to inherit the property of the said Mary M. Marshall, and for other purposes. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Margaret Marshall Barclay, the wife of A. Adalbert, E. W. Barclay, and the adopted daughter of Mary M. Marshall, of the county of Chatham in the State of Georgia, be and she is hereby constituted and declared the sole heir of the said Mary M. Marshall, as though she were the child of the said Mary M. Marshall, born of her in lawful wedlock, the said Mary M. being childless. Margaret Marshall Barclay made [Illegible Text] heir of Mary M. Marshall. 2. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the said Margaret Marshall Barclay, be and she is hereby clothed with all the rights and privileges which would belong to a legitimate child of the said

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Mary M. Marshall, and by herself and her heirs is hereby made capable of taking by inheritance from the said Mary M. Marshall, as such legitimate child would do. May inherit as tho a child. 3. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all such property as the said Margaret Marshall Barclay, may inherit from the said Mary M. Marshall by virtue of this statute, shall be vested in her, for her sole and separate use, free from the debts, contracts or control of her present or any future husband. Property [Illegible Text] from any husband. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 7th, 1859. (No. 343.) An Act to legalize the purchase of a tract of land made by Mrs. Clementina J. Billingslea, administratrix of James F. Billingslea, deceased, of the county of Greene. 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the purchase of a tract of land, made by Mrs. Clemintina J. Billingslea, administratrix of James F. Billingslea, deceased, from John W. Wade, all of the connty of Greene, in the year eighteen hundred and fifty-six, be and the same is hereby declared to be legal and valid, as though the same had been made under, and by virtue of an order of the Court of Ordinary of said county. The purchase of a tract of land by Mrs. Billingslea Ad'mx. legalized. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 344.) An Act to legalize the marriage of Lawson Cody and Frances E. Cody, formerly Frances E. Adams, and for other purposes. 5. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the marriage of Lawson Cody and Frances E. Cody, formerly Frances E. Adams, both of the of the county of Chattahoochee, which occurred, November the 24th, 1858, be, and the same is hereby declared to be legal and sufficient, for all legal and equitable purposes whatsoever; and that the said parties, and each of them, are hereby relieved from all of the pains, penalties and consequences of an illegal marriage. Marriage of L. Cody and F. E. Cody legalized. Approved Dec. 3d, 1859. (No. 345.) An Act for the relief of Amy Clark who was a widow in eighteen hundred and fifty-three, she married Leroy H. Clark, and for maltreatment to her child, she, the said Amy, was forced to abandon the residence of said Leroy H. Clark, since that time, the said Leroy H. Clark, has obtained a bill of divorce from the said Amy Clark in the Superior Court of Baker county of this State, and said Lervy H. Clark has married another woman. 6. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, Amy Clark formerly of Baker, now Mitchell county, be and she is hereby fully released from all liabilities and disabilities, by her incurred by reason of a divorce being granted to her husband

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Leroy H. Clark, in the Superior Court of Baker county, and that she be allowed at oncc, to marry again in the same manner as if she had never married; any law, usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Relief of Amy Clark. Passed in the Senate by a constitutional majarity of 97 to 10, over the Governor's veto, Nov. 25th, 1859. T. L. GUERRY, President of the Senate. JAMES A. PRINGLE, Secretary of the Senate pro tem. Passed in the House of Representatives by a constitutional majority of 96 to 24, over the Governor's veto, November 25th, 1859. I. T. IRVIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. J. J. DIAMOND, Clerk of House of Representatives. (No. 346.) An Act to confer certain privileges on Charles Green, and for other purposes. 7. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, Charles Green a citizen of Great Britain, but now and for many years past a resident of the of the county of Chatham, and State of Georgia, shall be authorized and empowered to purchase, hold, convey and devise real estate in the State of Georgia, in the same manner and to the same extent, as if he was a citizen of the State of Georgia. Charles Green authorized to purchare, hold, convoy and devise real estate. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 16th, 1859. (No. 347.) An Act for the relief of John A. Jones and Jackson Vaughn, of the county of Milton. Whereas, John A. Jones and Jackson Vaughn became, and were the securities of one James A. Jones, in a bond for his appearance at the Superior Court of Milton county, in the penal sum of two hundred and fifty dollars, and Whereas, said James A. Jones failed to appear at the term of the Court to which said bond was made returnable, and said bond was duly forfeited, and a scieri facias issued on the same; and Whereas, said scieri facias case was called early in the first day of the term of the Court to which it was made returnable, and a judgment was entered up thereon, and a few moments thereafter the defendant come into Court, and delivered himself into the hands of the Sheriff, and is now confined in the common jail of said county to await his trial. Preamble. 8. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c, That the said securities be, and they are hereby released from all liabilities on said bond. J. A. Jones, and J. Vaughn releived, SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 20th, 1859.

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(No. 348.) An Act for the relief of Richard Myrick, of Pike county. 9. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Clerk of the Superior Court or Sheriff of Pike county, be, and they or either of them, are hereby authorized and required to enter full satisfaction, upon a fi. fa. against Richard Myrick, which fi. fa. was obtained upon a bond for the appearance of Nathaniel P. Myrick, being his security, he the said Richard Myrick, having paid all the principal and cost on said fi. fa., and a part of the interest. Relief of Richard Myrick of Pike county. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 20th, 1859. (No. 349.) An Act for the relief of Mary Frances Nunar, of the county of Bibb, and for other purposes. Whereas, Charles Nunar, the former husband of Mary Frances Nunar, instituted an action for divorce against her in the Superior Court of Cobb county, on the ground of abandonment, and obtained total divorce in said Court against her; and whereas, the said Mary Frances Nunar, bears an excellent moral character and is only about twenty-two years of age. Relief of Mary Frances Newnar. 10. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall and may be lawful for the said Mary Frances Nunar, of the county of Bibb, to marry again; and she is hereby free from all pains, penalties or disabilities, as though she had never contracted marriage with the said Charles Nunar, any law to the contrary notwithstanding. In House of Representatives, December 13th, 1859, taken up and passed over the Executive veto, by a constitutional majority of 102 yeas to 5 nays. I. T. IRVIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JAMES J. DIAMOND, Clerk of the House of Representatives. In Senate, passed by a constitutional majority over the veto of his Excellency the Governor, by a vote of 81 yeas to 6 nays, Dec. 14th, 1859. T. L. GUERRY, President of the Senate. FRED. H. WEST, Secretary of the Senate. (No. 350.) An Act to relieve certain persons in McIntosh county, from jury duty. 11. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, all practising Physicians of the county of McIntosh, be exempt from jury duty. Practising Physicians exempt from jury duty. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Nov. 29th, 1859.

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(No. 351.) An Act for the relief of William M. Pyron of Fayette county, c. Whereas, William M. Pyron of the county of Fayette, gave in his tax, the present year in the county of Clayton, thinking that he was a citizen of Clayton county, being near the line and understood he was; and whereas, it is now ascertained that he lives in the county of Fayette. Preamble. 12. SECTION I. Be it enacted, That William M. Pyron be relieved from paying tax in the county of Clayton, and that he is hereby authorized and required to pay his tax in the county of Fayette, according to the return given in the county of Clayton, and not pay a double tax in Fayette county. Relief of W. M. Pyron. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 352.) An Act for the relief of William S. Rackley and Eliza A. Rackley, formerly Eliza A. Brazwell of the county of Decatur, and for other purposes therein mentioned. Whereas, Anna Jane Rackley, former wife of William S. Rackley, abandoned her said husband and went to Florida, for that purpose, in the Courts of which she obtained a divorce, a vinculo matrimoni, from the said William S. Rackley, upon grounds and evidence wholly insufficient to authorize the same in Georgia; and whereas, the said Anna Jane, after obtaining said divorce, intermarried with another husband; and whereas, the said William S. Rackley, deeming himself released from his marital obligations with said Anna Jane, contracted matrimony with the said Eliza A. Brazwell, of the county of Decatur, in January last, and that the same was duly and legally solemized: Preamble. 13. SECTION 1. Be it enacted, c., That the said William S. Rackley be, and he is hereby fully relieved from all the penalties, liabilities, and disabilities by him incurred in consequence of his intermarriage with said Anna Jane Rackley, formerly Anna Jane Blount, and of the divorce obtained by her, as aforesaid. Wm. S. Rackley relieved. 14. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, c., That the said William S. Rackley, and Eliza A. Brazwell, of the county of Decatur, be, and they, and each of them, are hereby fully relieved from any and all penalties, liabilities and disabilities, incurred by reason of their said intermarriage. W. S. Rackley and E. A. Brazwell relieved. 15. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That the marriage of the said William S. Rackley and Eliza A. Brazwell, be, and the same is hereby declared valid, to all intents and purposes whatsoever. Marriage declared valid. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, 20th Dec., 1859.

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(No. 353.) An Act for the relief William P. Redwine, of Fayette county. Whereas, on the fifteenth day of November, eighteen hundred and fifty-eight, William P. Redwine of Fayette county, together with Samuel Pyle, L. B. Jackson, Blake Jackson, Mathew E. Jackson, William G. Smith, John D. Keaton and Isaac Holcombe, became the sureties of one Diskin Holcombe, on a recognizance for his appearance at the September Term, eighteen hundred and fifty-nine, of the Superior Court of said county of Fayette; and whereas, at the said September Term, eighteen hundred and fifty-nine, of said Court, said recognizance was forfeited on account of the non-appearance of the said Diskin Molcombe. Preamble. 16. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, said William P. Redwine, be, and he is hereby released and fully exonerated from all liability on said recognisance. Relief of W. P. Redwine. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Passed in the House by a constitutional majority of 103 yeas to 28 nays, over the Governor's veto, November 26th, 1859. I. T. IRVIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JAMES J. DIAMOND, Clerk of the House of Representatives. Passed in the Senate, by a constitutional majority of 96 yeas to 14 nays, over the Governor's veto, November 30th, 1859. T. L. GUERRY, President of the Senate. FRED. H. WEST, Sectary of the Senate. (No. 354.) An Act for the relief of William D. Rigdon, of Charlton county, and for other purposes. Whereas, William D. Rigdon has been married to Sarah Rigdon (before her marriage Sarah Laramore,) and entered into said marriage fourteen years ago believing that the same was legal, as his wife by his first marriage had left him long before his second marriage, and had removed so that the said William Rigdon could not hear of her, by which he was induced to believe she was dead, and he not having heard of heard of her even to the present time; and whereas, doubts have been entertained as to the legality of his second marriage, for remedy whereof: Preamble. 17. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the said marriage of the said William Rigdon with the said Sarah, be declared to be legal and valid, and that he be exempt from any, and every penalty under the laws of this State on account of said marriage. Relief of Wm D. Rigdon. Assented to, Dec. 13th, 1859.

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(No. 355.) An act for the relief of D. M. and G. W. Smith, and their securities, from a certain bond; and for other purposes. Whereas, the said D. M. and G. W. Smith, together with one W. J. Thompson, did enter into a bond with T. M. Furlow, E. D. Brown and Robert J. Hodges, securities, whereby they bound themin the sum of twelve thousand dollars to the Governor of the State and his successors, conditioned to fulfil a certain contract made with the Commissioners appointed to superintend the building then about to be erected for the additional accommodation of Lunatics, at the State Lunatic Asylum; and whereas, said D. M. and G. W. Smith, were by reason of their factory, machinery and material, being shortly after destroyed by fire, and they thereby were prevented from fulfilling their said contract, and so became liable to pay said bond. Preamble, 18. SEC. II. Be it enacted, That said D. M. and G. W. Smith, and their securities be, and they ard hereby fully relieved and discharged from all obligations on their said bond, and from all liability to pay the same or any part thereof; any law, usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Securities relieved. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 356.) An Act for the relief of Joseph White, of the county of Jackson. Whereas, Joseph White of the county of Jackson, is blind and over the age fixed for that class of pupils educated by the State at the Academy for the blind, he being now twenty-three years of age; and whereas, he is very desirous of obtaining an education, and although very poor, yet a worthy young man; thereforefore: Preamble. 19. SECTION I. The General Assembly do enact, That any rule of the Academy of the blind, or any law of this State fixing a younger period for the entrance of pupils in said Institution than twenty-three years, shall be of no force and effect, so far as Joseph White, of the county of Jackson is concerded, and shall not operate to prevent his reception as a pupil in said Institution. Relief of Joseph White. Approved Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 357.) An Act to relieve the securities of George F. Wing, former Tax Collector of McIntosh county. Whereas, the State has slept over her rights for fifteen years, and whereas one of the securities of the said George F. Wing, has during that time died and the other has left the county and State, and as the property of said securities has been repeatedly sold, and is now in the hands of innocent parties, one of whom is a widow lady, these parties having purchased the property in good faith and at its full value, being ignorant of any lien upon it. Preamble.

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20. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the securities of the said George F. Wing, be, and they are hereby declared free of any obligation to the State; and that the property now held by the aforesaid parties, be free from any incumberances, so far as the State of Georgia is concerned. Securities of Geo, F. Wing relieved. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 26th, 1859. (No. 358.) An Act for the relief of J. C. Smith, formerly of Fayette, now Clayton county. Whereas, John E. Smith, formerly of Fayette now Clayton county, did not give in his tax for the year 1858, in consequence of a long spell of sickness; and whereas, the Tax Receiver of said county of Fayette, did double tax the said J. C. Smith, which double tax amounts to twenty-eight dollars, for remedy whereof. Preamble. 21. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the Governor be and he is hereby ordered to draw his warrant on the Treasury, for the sum of twelve dollars, to refund the same to J. C. Smith, which amount has been paid over to the State, and the same be handed over to the Senator or Representative of said county. J. C. Smith to be paid $12 of double-tax money. 22. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the county Treasurer of said county be, and he is hereby authorized to pay over to J. C. Smith, the sum of twelve dollars, the amount over paid by him to the Tax Collector, for county purposes, by said county of Fayette, as set forth in the preamble of this bill. Duty of Co. Treasurer. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 5th, 1859. TITLE XVIII. ROADS AND FERRIES. ART. I. ROADS. ART. II. FERRIES. ART. I. ROADS. BALDWIN. (For Act to amend the Road Laws, c., see act No. 366; To alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, c.) BIBB. (See also Act referred to above.)

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BURKE. (See also Act referred to above.) CHATTAHOOCHEE. (See also Act referred to above.) CHEROKEE. 1. May summon Road hands day before working, in Cherokee and Columbia. (No. 359.) An Act to amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Cherokee and Columbia. 1. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Overseers of the several Roads in the counties of Cherokee and Columbia, may compel the hands, subject to do Road duty, to work on the Roads by summoning them on the day previous to each working. * * See note to Act No. 366. May summon road hands day before working in Cherokee and Columbia. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 10th, 1859. CLINCH. 2. Road Laws of March, 1856. (No. 360.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the county of Coffee, approved March 1 st; 1856, * * 1856, pam. 508, 9. so as to apply the provisions of said act to the county of Clinch. 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the whole of the provisions of the above recited act which applies to the county of Coffee, be and the same are hereby applied to, and shall hereafter be of force in the county of Clinch. Road laws of March 1856 so far as they affect Coffee, applied to Clinch. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. 1856, pam. 508, 9. COFFEE. 3. Road Laws passed March 1st, 1856, repealed for Coffee county. (No. 361.) An Act to repeal an act to ameud the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the county of Coffee. 3. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the act to amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the county of Coffee, approved March 1st, 1856, be and the same is hereby repealed. Road laws passed March 1si 1856 repealed for Coffee co. Approved, Dec. 10th, 1859.

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COLUMBIA. (See Act No. 359; To alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Cherokee and Columbia. DAWSON. (See Act No. 366; To alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the connties of Quitman, c.) DE KALB. (See Act No. 366; To alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, c.) FLOYD. (See also same Act.) FULTON. (See also same Act.) GILMER. (See also same Act.) GREENE. (See also same Act. HANCOCK. 4. Inferior Court of Hancock may make persons in any District work Roads in adjoining District. 5. Commissioners of Roads may punish delinquents. (No. 362.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of the county of Hancock, to compel the hands subject to Road duty, in any one District in said county, to perform Road duty in any adjoining District. 4. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Court of the county of Hancock, when sitting for county purposes, may in their discretion compel any and all persons subject to Road duty, living in any district in said county, to work the Roads in any adjoining District therein, when the change from one District to another may be necessary for the purpose of equalizing the labor of working the Roads aforesaid. I. Court of Hancock may make persons in any dist. work road in adjoining districts. 5. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of Roads of the Districts to which hands subject to do Road duty, may be transferred in the terms of the first section of this act, shall have authority to punish all delinquents, in the terms of the Road Laws now of force in said county. Com'rs may punish transferred delinquents. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 17th, 1859.

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HARRIS. 6. In Harris parties may be summoned the day before working. (No. 363.) An Act to alter and amend the Road Laws of this State so far as relates to the county of Harris. 6. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Overseers of Roads in the county of Harris, may compel the hands subject to Road duty, to work on the Roads of said county, by summoning them on the day previous to each working. * * See note to Act No. 366: In Harris co. summons to work on roads may be performed on the day before working. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 3d, 1859. HARALSON. (See Act No. 366; To amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, c.) JACKSON. (See Act No. 366; To amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, c.) JOHNSON. 7. Work reduced on Roads in Johnson county. (No. 364.) An Act to reduce the work on Roads in the county of Johnson. 7. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be the duty of Commissioners and Overseers of Roads, in the county of Johnson, to have the several public Roads in said county, cut out fifteen feet in width, in lieu of twenty, except as to Lanes, as is now by law directed; any law in conflict with this act is hereby repealed. work reduced on roads in Johnson co. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. LUMPKIN. 8. Overseers may summon hands in Lumpkin and Schley, on the day before working. (No. 365.) An Act to amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Lumpkin and Schley. 8. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Overseers of Roads in the counties of Lumpkin and Schley, may compel the hands subject to do Road duty, to work on the Roads, by summoning them on the day previous to each working. * * See note to Act 366. Overseers roads in Lumpkin and Schley may summon hands on day before working. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, December 17th, 1859.

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MILLER. (See Act No. 366; To alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, c.) MILTON. (See Act referred to above.) MURRAY. (See Act referred to above.) QUITMAN. 9. Overseers in Quitman, c., may summon hands the day previous to working. (No. 366.) An Act to alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, Sumter, Stewart, Chattahoochee, Talbot, Gilmer, Miller, Milton, Webster, Bibb, Terrell, Baldwin, Jackson, Floyd, Greene, Troup, Clarke, Fulton, Dawson, Burke, Murray, DeKalb and Haralson. 9. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Overseers of Roads in the counties of Quitman, Sumter, Stewart, Chattahoochee, Talbot, Gilmer, Miller, Milton, Webster, Bibb, Terrell, Baldwin, Jackson, Floyd, Greene, Troup, Clarke, Fulton, Dawson, Burke, Murray, DeKalb and Haralson, may compel the hands subject to do Road duty, to work on the Roads, by summoning (them?) on the day previous to each working. * * The Act of 1818. Sec. III, Cobb's Digest, 947, compels Overseers, c., to give at least three days notice. Overseers of roads in Quitman c. may summon hands on the day before working c. All conflicting laws are hereby repealed. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. SCHLEY. (See Act No. 365; To amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Lumpkin, c.) STEWART. (See Act No. 366; To alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relates to the counties of Quitman, c.) SUMTER. (See also Act referred to above.) TERRELL. (See also Act referred to above.) TROUP. (See also Act referred to above.)

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WAYNE. 10. Ministers of the Gospel and cripples exempt from Road duty. 11. Duties of Road Commissioners; Duty of Treasurer. 12. New Roads; How to change Roads. 13. Act of 1857 amended. 14. All Laws, c., repealed except Act of 1857. (No. 367.) An Act to amend an act entitled an act to alter and amend the Road Laws of this State, so far as relate to the county of Wayne, assented to December 22d, 1857. * * 1857, pam. 293, 4, 5, 6, 10. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, all Ministers of the Gospel and cripples, and infirm persons of the county of Wayne whom the Commissioners may decide to be unable to perform the active duties required of Road hands, be exempt from said duty. M. G. and and cripples exempt from Road duty. 11. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Commissioners of Roads in the several Districts in said county, are hereby authorized to have built by the Road hands, when and whenever they may deem necessary, bridges of any length; and it shall be their duty to have all bridges and causeways built twelve feet in width; and it shall be the further duty of said Commissioners, at the first meeting after their appointment, to elect one of their number Treasurer, who shall receive all money collected from defaulters in his District, and pay the same out according to the directions of a majority of the Commissioners in his District; and in case there shall be any money remaining in his hands at the time that his Commission expires, then it shall be his duty to pay the same over to his successor, to be paid out as aforesaid. Duties of road Com'rs. Duty of Treas'r. 12. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That when any portion of the citizens of said county desire a new Road, it shall be their duty to petition the Inferior Court for the same; and should the Court deem the Road necessary, then it shall be their duty to direct the Commissioners in whose District the Road is proposed to be laid out, to apportion hands to and have the same laid out under their own superintendence; and in case any portion of the citizens of said county desire to change or discontinue work on any public Road in said county, should a majority of the white hands liable to work on said Road, petition the Court to change or discontinue said Road, then the Court may direct the Commissioners to change said Road, or discontinue work on the same, allotting the hands belonging to said Road, to some other in their District. New Roads. How to change roads. 13. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the word apportioned, in the first and second lines of page 294, of the Acts of 1857, read appointed; and the word owners in the fourth line, Overseers; in the tenth line, and Overseer in the twelfth line read warner; and that the word owners, in the fourth line, page 295, read Overseers; and that the word appointed, in the fifteenth and twenty-second lines, page 295, read apportioned. Act of 1857 amended.

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14. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That all Road Laws, so far as relate to the county of Wayne, except an act assented to December 15th, 1857, and so much of an act assented to December 22nd, 1857 not repealed by this act, be and the same are hereby repealed. All laws c., repealed except act of 1857. Assented to, Dec. 1st, 1859. WILCOX. 15. Width of Roads, c. (No. 368.) An Act to reduce the work on Roads in the county of Wilcox. 15. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be the duty of the Commissioners and Overseers of Roads in said county of Wilcox, to have the several public Roads in said county, cut out fifteen feet in width, in lieu of twenty, as is now by law directed; (except so far as relates to lanes,) they shall be as now, twenty feet. Width of roads. SEC. II. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 14th, 1859. DIVISION II.FERRIES. DECATUR. 1. About ferries in Decatur county. 2. Inferior Court authorized to levy an 2. extra tax to defray expense of ferriage. (No. 369.) An Act to repeal an act entitled an act to repeal an act, passed in 1853-4, to establish and make uniform the rates of ferriage and to regulate ferries, and to make penal any violation of the same, so far as relates to the counties of Decatur and Camden, in this State, so far as relates to the county of Decatur, approred 22 nd December, 1857. * * Ref. Note.---For Act repealed, see Acts of 1857, p. 157. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the above recited act is hereby repealed, and that said act of 1853-4, is hereby re-enacted and made of full force; any law, usage or custom to the contrary notwithstanding. Ferries in Decatur and Camden. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 370.) An Act to provide for the citizens of Decatur county crossing Flint River at or near Bainbridge, free of Ferriage. WHEREAS, The citizens of Decatur county, that reside on the west side of Flint river, are subjected to great inconveniences and

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disadvantages, as well as expenses for ferriages, which they regard as oppressive, so far as they are compelled by law to render services as jurors and witnesses, as well as other ordinary business requiring their attendance at the court-house: 2. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Justices of the Inferior Court of Decatur county are hereby authorized to levy an extra tax, not to exceed fifty per cent. upon the State tax, for the purpose of defraying ferriage expenses of all the citizens of said county, that they may cross Flint river at or near Bainbridge; the mode or plan to accomplish said object, is hereby vested in the Inferior Court of said county, in such way and manner as they may deem most advisable, and at the least expense practicable, to accomplish said object; Provided, the Grand Jury shall recommend the same, but not otherwise. And this authority is limited to four years only, and that to be recommended annually by the Grand Jury before said Court shall be authorized to levy said extra tax. [Illegible Text] court of Decatur co. authorized to levy an extra tax to defray expenses of ferriage. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 20th, 1859. TITLE XIX. TAX. COBB. 1. Inferior Court of Cobb may levy a tax to build a JailNot to cost over $5,000. (No. 371.) An Act to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of Cobb county to lery an extra tax for the purpose of building a Jail in said county, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 1. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of the county of Cobb, be, and they are hereby authorized and empowered, to levy upon the citizens of said county, a tax, not to exceed twenty-five per centum on the State tax, annually, for the purpose of constructing a safe, secure and substantial brick, or stone jail, in said county, the aggregate cost of which shall not exceed the sum of five thousand dollars. I. court of Cobb may levy a tax to build a juil, not to cost over $5,000. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859.

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COFFEE. 2. Inferior Court of Coffee may levy an extra tax to build a Jail. 3. In case the amount raised is too much, the Inferior Court may use it for other purposes. (No. 372.) An Act to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of Coffee county to levy an extra tax of fifty per cent. for the purpose of paying for their Jail, and for other purposes. 2. SEC. I. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of Coffee county, be, and they are hereby authorized to levy an extra tax in said county, in addition to which is now allowed by law, for the purpose of paying for the building of the Jail. Inf'r. court of Coffee may levy an extra tax to build a jail. 3. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the tax raised under this act, and that raised under the act approved February 9th, 1854, entitled an act to lay out and form a new county out of the counties of Clinch, Ware, Telfair and Irwin, and organize the same, be more than sufficient to pay for the jail, the excess shall be used by the Inferior Court of said county for other purposes. In case the am't raised is too much the Inf-r court may use it for other purposes. SEC. III. Repeals all conflicting laws. Assented to, December 20th, 1859. DADE. 4. Grand and Petit Jurors of Dade allowed $1.25 for their services. 5. Jury fund. 6. Clerk to give juror certificate of ser- 6. vice, which shall be a warrant on county treasury. 7. Inferior Court to levy an extra tax to pay jurors. (No. 373.) An Act to compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of the county of Dade, and to authorize the levying of a tax for the same. 4. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That the Jurors, both Grand and Petit, serving in the Superior and Inferior Courts of the county of Dade, shall be entitled to receive one dollar and twenty-five cents per day each, as a compensation for their services. G. P. Jurors of Dade allowed $1 a day for services. 5. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That all sums received for verdicts and confessions, shall be paid into the County Treasury by the Clerks of the respctive Courts, and be set apart as a jury fund. Jury fund. 6. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That at the end of service of any juror, for a term of the Superior or Inferior Courts, it shall be the duty of the Clerk of the Court, in which he has served, to give him a certificate of the number of days he has served, which shall be a warrant on the County Treasury for the amount due on the same. Cl'k. to give Juror certificate of service which shall be a warrant on county Treas'y.

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7. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the Inferior Court of said county, be and they are hereby authorized and required to levy an extra tax sufficient to pay the jurors as contemplated by this act. I. court to levy extra tax to pay jurors. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Passed in the House of Representatives, over the Governor's veto, by a constitutional majority of 61 ayes to 28 nays, 15th December, 1859. I. T. IRWIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JAS. J. DIAMOND, Clerk of the House of Representatives. Passed in the Senate, over the Governor's veto, by a constitutional majority of 49 ayes to 22 nays, 16th December, 1859. T. L. GUERRY, President of the Senate, FRED. H. WEST, Secretary of the Senate. DAWSON. 8. Inferior Court of Dawson may levy an extra tax for paupers. 9. Suport of Poor. 10. Inferior Court shall inform Grand Jury of sum needed for Poor. (No. 374.) An Act to allow the Justices of the Inferior Court of Dawson county, to levy and collect a poor tax for said county, not to exceed twenty-five per cent. on the general tax. 8. SEC. I. The General Assembly of Georgia do enact, That from and after the passage of this act, the Justices of the Inferior Court of Dawson county, are hereby authorized and empowered to levy an extra tax for pauper purposes, not to exceed twenty-five per cent. on the general tax of said county, annually, and that the same be collected by the Tax Collector as the poor taxes. I. court of Dawson may levy an extra tax for paupers. 9. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county, at their first Court in each and every year, shall ascertain, as near as possible, the amount required for the support of the poor of this county for each year. support of poor. 10. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, c., That it shall be the duty of the Inferior Court of said (county?) to inform the Grand Jury, at the first Superior Court in each year, of the amount necessary to support the poor of the county, and by their recommendation, the same shall be levied and collected. I. Court shall inform C. Jury of sum needed for poor. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859.

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DOUGHERTY. Sec. 11. Sheriff's fees in Dougerty for summoning Jurors, Sec. 12, Inferior Court of Dougherty may levy an extra tax to carry out 1st section. Sec. 13, Extended to Clarke county. Sec. 14, G. P. Jurors compensated. Sec. 15, G. P. Jurors of Dougherty to receive $1 60 per day, besides Jury fees. c. Sec. 16, Inferior Court authorized to levy an extra tax to pay for the same. Sec. 17, G. P. Jurors of Paulding to receive $1 00 per dayInferior Court to levy an extra tax to pay the same Sec. 18, Act of 1850 amended and G. P. Jurors of Mertiwether county, to receive $2 00 instead of $1 00 per day. Sec. 19, G. P. Jurors of Terrell county to receive $1 00 per day. Sec. 20, Inferior Court of Terrell county to levy an extra tax to pay the same. Sec. 21, Fees of Special and Petit Jurors of Terrell to be paid to the county Treasurer and form part of Jury fund. Sec. 22, Petit Jurors of Quitman county to receive $1 00 per day besides the usual fees. Sec. 23, Judge of the Superior Court or Justices of the Inferior Court to sign an order on the county Treasurer for the same. Sec. 24, Petit Jurors of Marion to receive $1 00certificate of Clerk to be a warrant on County Treasurer. Sec. 25, Fees usually received by Jurors to be paid into County Treasury, c. Sec. 26, Inferior Court of Marion authorized to levy an extra tax to pay the same. Sec. 27, Grand Jurors of Early to receive the same as Petitit JurorsInferior Court authorized to levy an extra tax for same. (No. 375.) An act to porvide for the compensation of Sheriff's for the summoning of Grand and Petit Jurors in the county of Dougherty, and to levy a tax for the same. 11. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That for the summoning of Grand and Petit Jurors in pursuance of venire facias, placed in the hands of the Sheriff of Dougherty county, he shall entitled to the sum of fifty cents for each Juror so summoned by him, to be paid out of fines and forfeitures imposed and collected in said Courts. Sheriff fee of Dougherty for summoning Jury. 12. Sec. II. Be it further enacted, That the Inferfor Court of said county, be, and they are hereby empowered and authorized, to provide by taxation, for the raising of a fund to pay the fees authorized by the first section of this Act; Provided, a sum sufficient for the purpose cannot be raised in the manner pointed out in the first section. I. court of Dougherty may levy tax to carry out 1st sec. Proviso. 13. Sec. III. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of this act be extended to the county of Clarke. Extended to Clarke. November 22nd, 1859. (No. 376.) An act to compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of the counties of Dougherty, Paulding, Terrell, Merriwether, and Petit Jurors of the counties of Marion and Putnam, and provide for the same. 14. Sec. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Grand and Petit Jurors of the counties

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herein named, be compensated in accordance with the provisions of this act. Grand and Petit Jurors to be compensated. 15. Sec. II. Be enacted by the authority aforesaid That the several citizens of the county of Dougherty, who shall be summoned to attend the several Superior and Inferior Courts of the said county of Dougherty, as Grand and Petit Jurors, and who shall attend the said Courts and be sworn as such, shall each be entitled to receive from the Treasury of said County, the sum of one dollar per day in addition to the Jury fees now collected by law, for each and every day on which said service shall be performed, upon the certificate of the Clerk of the Superior or Inferior Courts, as the case may be, of said service; which certificate shall become a warrant for the sum allowed, and a voucher to the County Treasurer for the same. Grand and Petit Jurors of the county of Dougherty to receive $1 per day besides Jury fees. Cl'k to give certificate which shall be a warrant on co. Treas'y 16. Sec. III. Be it further enacted, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county be, and they are hereby authorized and required to levy an extra and additional tax, sufficient for the purpose of paying said Grand and Petit Jurors aforesaid. Just's. of I. Court to levy an extra tax sufficient to pay said ac'ts. 17. Sec. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Grand and Petit Jurors of the county of Paulding, shall receive one dollar for every day they shall be compelled to serve as such Jurors, and that the Inferior Court of said county shall have power to levy and collect a tax from the tax payers of the same, to pay such jurors for said services. G. P. jurors of the co. of Paulding to receive $1 per day. I. Court to levy a tax to pay the same 18. Sec. V. And be it further enacted, That an act fixing the compensation of the Grand and Petit Jurors of the county of Merriwether, assented to February sixth, 1850, be so amended as to ollow the Grand and Petit Jurors of said county of Merriwether, two dollars per day, instead of one dollar as provided by said act. Act of 1850 amended, and Grand and Petit Jurors of Merriwether allowed $2 instead of $1 per day, as now provided 19. Sec. VI. And be it further enacted, That the Grand and Petit Jurors of the county of Terrell, shall receive one dollar per day for each and every day they serve as such, which amount shall be paid by the treasurer out of the treasury of said county, upon the receipt of the clerk of the Superior Court's certificate, of the performance of said duty. G. P. Jurors of Terrell Co. to receive $1 per day. Treas. to pay the same on the certificate of the Cl'k. of the S. court. 20. Sec. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Inferior Court of said county of Terrell, be authorized and required to levy an extra tax, not exceeding twelve and a half per cent on the State tax, for the payment of said Jurors. I. court of Terrell co. authorized to levy an extra tax to pay the same. 21. Sec. VIII. And be it further enacted, That all fees now required by law to be paid to special and Petit Jurors, so far as relates to the county of Terrell, shall be be paid to the Clerk of the Superior Court, who shall pay over the same to the county Treasurer, which amount shall form a part of the Jury fund for said county. Fees of S. and P. Jurors of Terrell co. to be paid to the Co. Treas'r. and form part of Jury fund. 22. Sec. IX. And be it further enacted, That the Petit Jurors of Putnam county, shall, in addition to the fees to which they are now entitled by law, receive the further compensation of one dollar per day each, for every day they shall attend upon the Superior or Inferior Court, counting each fraction of a day they shall attend as a whole day. P. Jurors of Putnam co. to receive $1 per day besides usual fees.

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23. Sec. X. And be it further enacted, That the Judge of the Superior Court, or the Justices of the Inferior Court, as the case may be, shall pass and sign an order upon the county Treasurer, directing him to pay to the foreman of each pannel of the Petit Jury the amount due them under this act, which shall then be distributed equally among the members of the Jury. Judge of the S. court or Justices of the I. court to sign an order on the co. Tr. in favor of the [Illegible Text] of [Illegible Text] of G. and P. Jurors for the am't. due. 24. Sec. XI. And be it further enacted, That the Petit Jurors of the county of Marion, shall be entitled to receive from the county Treasurar one dollar per day each, for every day they shall attend upon the Superior or Inferior [Courts?] of said county, upon their producing the certificate of the Clerk of the Court, certifying the number of days they have served as Jurors; which certificate shall be a voucher to the Treasurer for the amount so paid. P. Jurors of Marion co. to receive $1 per day. Certificate of Cl'k to be a warrant on co. Treas. 25. Sec. XII. And be it further enacted, That all fees now received by the Petit Jurors of said county, be received by the Clerk of the Superior or Inferior Court, and by them paid over to the Treasurer of said county, and constitute a part of said Jury fund. The Treasurer shall keep a correct account of the amounts so received, and have a settlement with said officer at least twice a year. Fees usually received by P. Jurors to be received by Cl'k of the courts and paid into co. Treas, Cl'k, to settle with Treas'r, at least twice a year. 26. Sec. VIII. And be it further enacted, That the Inferior Court of said county, be authorized to levy, if necessary, an extra tax for the compensation of said Petit Jurors, who have been in attendance on the Superior or Inferior Court. I, court of said county authorized to levy an extra tax to pay said Jurors. 27. Sec. XIV. And be it further enacted, That the Grand Jurors of Early county shall receive the same compensation as is now allowed to Petit Jurors of said county, and that the Inferior Court be authorized to levy an extra tax for that purpose. G. Jurors of Early co. to ceive same as P. Jurors of said co. I. court of said county authorized to levy an extra tax for said purpose. SEC. XV. Repeals conflicting laws. Passed in the Senate over the Governor's veto by a constitutional majority, of ayes 51, to nays 20, December 16th. 1859. T. L. GUERRY, President of the Senate. FRED. H. WEST, Secretary of the Senate. Passed in the House over the Governor's veto, by a Constitutional majority of ayes 78 to nays 12, December 16th 1859. I. T. IRVIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. GEO. HILLYER, Clerk of the House of Representatives. EARLY. Sec. 28, Inferior Court of Early may levy a road tax, and keep up roads by contract Sec. 29, How tax shall be levied. (No. 377.) An act to authorize the Inferior Court of Early county to levy a road tax, and for other purposes. 28, Sec. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Court of the county of Early, is hereby

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authorized to levy a Road Tax, and apply the same to keeping in order the Roads of said county by contract or otherwise. I court of Early may levy a road tax, and keep up roads by a contract. 29. Sec. II. And be it further enacted, That the tax so levied shall be assessed and collected from all persons liable to do Road duty, and upon all persons owning slaves liable to perform said duty. The tax to be regulated by the number of slaves from sixteen to forty-five years of age, each owner paying according to the number of hands so owned. How tax shall he levied. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 13th, 1859. GILMER. Sec. 30. Gilmer Inferior Court may levy an extra tax. (No. 378.) An act to authorize the Justices of the Interior Court of Gilmer county to levy and collect an extra tax for the purpose of paying the county debt created by building their Court House. 30. Sec. I. The General Assembly of the State of Georgia do enact, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of Gilmer county be, and the they are hereby authorized, to levy and collect an extra tax, not to exceed two hundred per cent on the State Tax, for the purpose of paying the county debt created by building their Court House. Gilmer I. c't. authorized to levy an extra tax. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to December 19th, 1859. HARALSON. 31. Inferior Court of Haralson county may levy an extra tax. (No. 379.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of the county of Haralson to levvy an extra tax. 31. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Court of the county of Haralson, shall, and the same is hereby authorized to levy an extra tax, of not more than two hundred per cent upon the State tax, for county purposes. I. court may levy an extra tax. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, December 20th, 1859.

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LUMPKIN. 32. Lumpkin Inferior Court authorized to levy an extra tax. 33. May levy an extra tax to repair Court House. 34. Duty of Tax CollectorCommissioners duty. 35. Who may occupy lower rooms of Court House. 36. Lowest bidderWork done by the 1st of August, 1860. (No. 380.) An Act to authrize the Inferior Court of the county of Lumpkin to levy a tax for certain purposes therein mentioned. 32. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Inferior Court of the county of Lumpkin, upon the recommendation of the Grand Jury, at the Spring term of the Superior Court thereof, be, and it is hereby authorized to levy a tax for the year eighteen hundred and sixty, (1860) (to include the tax for all purposes,) not exceeding one hundred and twenty-five (125) per cent, exclusive of the fifty (50) per cent now allowed by law, for the repair of the Court House of said county) for the purposes of said county. Lumpkin I. court authorized to levy an extra tax. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859. (No. 381.) An Act to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of Lumkin county, or a majority of them, to levy an extra tax for the purpose of repairing the Court House; and for other purposes therein meutioned. 33. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of the county of Lumpkin, or a majority of them shall be, and they are hereby authorized and required to levy and have collected, independent of any other county tax, an extra tax of fifty per cent on the State tax, for the political year eighteen hundred and sixty, for the purpose of repairing and railing in the Court House in said county. Lumpkin I. court may levy a tax to repair C. H. 34. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Tax Collector of said county, to collect the tax levied under this act, and to pay over the same to A. G. Wimpy, George T. Quillian, N. F. Howard, M. F. Whelchell, Benjamin Hamilton, or a majority of them, who are hereby constituted Commissioners for the purpose of receiving said fund, and have said Court House repaired and railed in, with full power in conjunction with the Justices of the Inferior Court, to carry out the intentions of this act; and if the fund raised under this act, is over what will be expended in repairing said Court House, the balance of said tax so raised, shall be paid to the County Treasurer for Jury purposes, and that neither said Tax Collector, the County Treasurer, nor said Commissioners shall receive any compensation for any services under this act. Duty of Tax collector. Com'rs duty. No pay for services.

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35. SEC. III. be it further enacted, That after the repairs of said Court House are completed, the Inferior Court of said county, shall not allow any one to occupy any of the lower rooms in said Court House, except officers of Court, Clerk of the Superior Court, Sheriff, Grand and Petit Jurors. Who may occupy lower rooms of C. H. 36. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the Inferior Court together with said Commissioners, shall let said work to the lowest bidder; which work shall be completed by the first of August, 1860. Lowest bidder. Work done by 1st Aug. 1860. Sec. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. MACON. [For Act to compensate Jurors, see Act No. 375, To compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of the counties of Dougherty, c.] MERIWETHER. [For Act to compensate Jurors, see Act No. 375, referred to above.] MONTGOMERY. 37. 1 acre around the grave of Gov. G. M. Troup free from taxation. 38. Inferior Court Trustees for protection of said acre. (No. 382.) An Act to exempt from taxation one acre of land, in the county of Montgomry, appropriated as the burial place of George M. Troup, deceased; and to constitute the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county Trustees for the protection thereof. 37. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That one acre of land, lying and being in the county of Montgomery, surrounding the burial place of George M. Troup, deceased, and part of the estate of said deceased, be, and the same is hereby exempted from taxation forever. I acre around grave of Gov. Troup free from taxation. 38. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of the said county of Montgomery, be, and they are hereby appointed and constituted Trustees of the said acre of land, for the full and certain protection of the said burial place, and of the enclosure thereof, and of any monument, tomb, or grave within the said enclosure. I. court [Illegible Text] for protection of said [Illegible Text]. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. MURRAY. 39. Inferior Court of Murray county may increase tax. 40. Juror's tickets. (No. 383.) An Act authorizing the Inferior Court of the county of Murray to increase the tax for the said county; and for other purposes. 39. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage [Illegible Text] this act, the Inferior Court of the county of Murray, shall be authorized

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and empowered to levy such tax as they in their discretion may think advisable, not to exceed seventy-five per cent upon the State tax, for county purposes. I. court of Murray may increase tax. 40. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Tax Collector of the said county shall be authorized to take, in the collection of the county tax for the said county of Murray, any certified Juror's ticket, not to exceed in amount five hundred dollars per annum. Juror tickets SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved November 22d, 1859. MUSCOGEE. 41. Inferior Court of Muscogee may levy a tax to build a Jail. (No. 384.) An Act to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of Muscogee county, or a majority of them, to levy an extra tax for a certain purpose herein mentioned. 41. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of the county of Muscogee, or a majority of the same, are authorized to levy and have collected in the year 1860, in the same way as the state tax is collected, an extra tax upon the citizens and property of said county, over and above the State tax, sufficient to build a new and secure Jail in said county. I. court of Muscogee may levy a tax to build a jail. Approved Dec. 20th, 1859. PAULDING. [See Act No. 375, To Compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of Dougherty, Paulding, c.] PIERCE. 42. Inferior Court may raise a tax to build a JailProviso. (No. 385.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of Pierce county to assess an extra tax for the purpose of building a Jail. 42. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Court of Pierce county shall have the power to assess an extra tax for the purpose of building a Jail in said county: Provided, said extra tax shall not exceed one hundred per cent on the State tax. I. Court of Pierce may raise a tax to build a jail. Proviso. SEC. II. Repeals conflicticting Laws. Approved November 22d, 1859. PUTNAM. [For Act to compensate Jurors, c., see act No. 375, To compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of the connties of Dougherty, c.

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RABUN. 43. Inferior Court authorized to levy an extra tax. (No. 386.) An act to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of Rabun county to levy an extra tax; and for other pnrposes. 43. SEC. I. The General Assembly do enact, That the Justices of the Inferior Court of the county of Rabun, be, and they are hereby ruthorized and empowered upon the recommendation of the Grand Jury of said county, to levy for county purposes, a tax on the citizens of said county, not to exceed one hundred per cent of the State tax due from such citizens. I. court of Rabun authorized to levy an extra tax. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th, 1859. RICHMOND. 44. Inferior Court may levy an extra tax not over $10,000. (No. 387.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of Richmond county to levy an extra tax for the crection of public buildings. 44. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Inferior Court of Richmond county, at any regular term or special session called for the purpose, shall be authorized to levy an extra tax on the citizens of said county, to raise any amount not exceeding ten thousand dollars, for the erection of fire proof offices for the security of the Court records and other public writings of said county. I court of Richmond may levy an extra tax not over $10,000, to build fire proof offices for court records. Assented to, 3d, Dec., 1859. SCHLEY. 45. Inferior Court may levy extra tax. (No. 388.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of Schley county to levy an extra tax for county purposes. 45. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Inferior Court of Schley county are hereby authorized to levy an extra tax, not exceeding seventy-five per cent. on the State tax, for county purposes. Inf'r court may levy extra tax. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 19th, 1859.

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SUMTER. 46. Extra tax in Sumter. 47. To be for, county purposes. (No. 389.) An Act to authorize the Justices of the Inferior Court of Sumter county to levy an extra tax for county purposes. 46. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That immediately after the passage of this act, it may be lawful for the Justices of the Inferior Court of Sumter county, on the recommendation of the Grand Jury, at the Spring term of each Superior Court, to levy an extra tax over that now levied for county purposes; Provided, such extra tax shall not exceed one hundred per cent. on the State tax. Extra tax in Sumter. 47. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That when said tax is collected it shall be paid to the Justices of the Inferior Court of said county, to be used for county purposes. Said tax to be for co. purposes. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. TATTNALL. 48. Inferior Court may levy an extra tax on recommendation of the Grand Jury. 49. Duties of the Tax CollectorFees. (No. 390.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of the county of Tattnall to levy an extra tax for county purposes, upon the recommendation of the Grand Jury of said county. 48. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Justices of the Inferir Court of the county of Tattnall, be and they are hereby authorized and empowered, upon the recommendation of the Grand Jury of said county, to levy an extra tax not exceeding one hundred per cent. upon the State tax, for county purposes. I. court of Tattnall may levy an extra tax on recommendat'n. of G. Jury. 49. SEC. I. Be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Tax Collector of said county to collect said county tax, and to receive and retain the same per cent. for so doing as for collecting other taxes for county purposes; and that the said Tax Collector, so soon as he shall collect said tax, be and is hereby directed and required to pay over the same to the County Treasurer. Duty of Tax collector. Fees. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 19th, 1859. TERRELL. [For Act to compensate Jurors, c., see Act No. 375, To compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of the counties of Dougherty, c.]

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WARE. 50. Inferior Court may levy a tax to build Court-HouseProviso. (No. 391.) An Act to authorize the Inferior Court of Ware county to assess an extra tax for the purpose of building a Court-House in said county. 50. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Inferior Court of Ware county shall have the power to assess an extra tax for the purpose of building a Court-House in said county; Provided, said extra tax shall not exceed one hundred per cent. on the State tax. I court of Ware may levy tax to build C. H. Proviso. SEC. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 9th, 1859. WAYNE. 51. Inferior Court to levy an extra tax to build a Bridge. 52. Commissioners to see to building said bridgeBridge to be twelve feet wide. 53. Duty of Commissioners. (No. 392.) An Act to empower the Justices of the Inferior Court, or a majority of them, of Wayne county, to levy an extra tax for the purpose of building and erecting a Bridge across the Big Buffalo, near Sheffield's old Mills, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 51. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, the Justices of the Inferior Court, or a majority of them, of the county of Wayne, be and they are hereby authorized to levy an extra tax of not exceeding twenty-five per cent. on the State tax, for the years 1860 and 1861, the proceeds of which are to be applied to the building and erecting a Bridge across the Big Buffalo, near Sheffield's old Mills; and the same is to be collected by the Tax Collector, and after taking out his lawful commissions, shall pay the balance over to the County Treasury. I. Court of Wayne authorized to levy an extra tax to build a bridge. 52. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That James B. Lewis, James Knox, and David Highsmith are hereby appointed Commissioners to see to the building and erecting said bridge; that said bridge is to be twelve feet wide and built of such materials as the Commissioners may deem best. Com'rs to see to building said bridge. Bridge 12 feet wide. 53. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Commissioners shall advertise the contract of building said bridge in three or more places, in said county, at least two months before said contract is let out. The contract shall be let out at the court-house door in said county, and the said contract shall be let out to the lowest bidder, and that the said bridge shall be completed within two years from the passage of this act. Duty of coms. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859.

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TITLE XX. VOLUNTEER COMPANIES. * * $75,000 was appropriated to furnish arms to the Volunteer Companies of this State, in public Act No. 2, Sec. 3. ATLANTA GREYS. [For act to incorporate, see act No. 393, To incorporate the Bainbridge Volunteers, c.] BAINBRIDGE VOLUNTEERS. 1. Bainbridge Volounteers incorporatedRights, power, c. 2. Privileges and exemptionsHonorary members duties, c. 3. Muster roll by whom, when and where filedPrivileges end with membership. 4. Atlanta Greys incorporatedRights, powers, c. 5. OfficersCommanding officersPresidentWritten contracts signed by President and Secretary. (No. 393.) An Act to incorporate the Bainbridge Volunteers, and to confer certain privileges upon the same; also, to incorporate the Atlanta Greys in the city of Atlanta, in the county of Fulton. 1. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Volunteer Company of Infantry, now organized and existing in the town of Bainbridge, county of Decatur, known as the Bainbridge Volunteers, be, and are hereby incorporated by such name, or such other name as they may hereafter adopt by a two third-vote of the active members of the same, as a body corporate and politic, with the right to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, have a common seal, own corporate property, both personal and real, and have and enjoy all the rights, franchises, and immunities usually attaching and belonging to such corporations under the statutes of this State. Bainbridge Volunteers incorporated. Rights, powers etc. 2. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the members of said Corps, shall be entitled to all the privileges and exemptions heretofore conferred upon the Republican Blues of Savannah; and that said corps be authorized and empowered to receive twenty honorary members into said corps, each of whom shall pay into the Treasury of said corps the sum of ten dollars annually, so long as they continue honorary members thereof, and who during such time shall be entitled to all the privileges and exemptions hereby conferred. Privileges and exemptions. Honorary members. Duties and privileges. 3. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the commanding officer shall file with the Clerk of the Superior Court of Decatur county, a muster roll of said corps, on the first day of January in each and every year; and whenever a member shall cease to be a member, either by resignation, withdrawal from, or expulsion by said corps, the commanding officer shall immediately notify the said Clerk

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thereof, and said privileges and exemption shall no longer attach to such expelled, withdrawn or resigned member. Muster roll, by whom, where, and when filed. Privileges end with membership. 4. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the Volunteer Corps, now existing in the city of Atlanta, Fulton county, under the name of the Atlanta Greys, be, and the same are hereby incorporated and made a body politic, under that name and style; the said corps be, and is hereby made capable in law, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, to have a common seal, and to hold such property real or personal, whether obtained by gift or purchase, as may be deemed necessary or convenient for the purposes of said Cops, with authority to establish any, and further by-laws for the regulation of said Corps, which shall not be repugnant to the laws of this State or of the United States. Atlanta Greys incorporated. [Illegible Text], powers c. 5. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the officers of said corporation shall be, a President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer; that the commanding officer of said Corps shall be by virtue of his office the President of the said corporation, and that all acts performed by him in behalf of said Corps, which he may lawfully perform as President of said Corporation, shall be held good and valid in any Court of law or equity in this State: Provided, that all contracts in writing shall, in addition to the signature of the President, be countersigned by the Secretary of said corporation. Officers. Commanding officer, President. Written contracts signed by President and Sec'y. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Assented to, Dec. 10th, 1859. CLAYTON VOLUNTEERS. 6. Clayton Volunteers incorporatedPrivilegesBy-lawsGovernor to equip. 7. OfficersCourt of enquiryPowers. 8. ExemptionsDuty of commanding officer. 9. To whom names of members shall be given, c. 10. Provisions of this act extended to Governor's Horse Guards, of Milledgeville. (No. 394.) An Act to incorporate a Corps of Infantry in the town of Jonesboro' in the county of Clayton, to be known as the Clayton Volunteers, and to Incorporate the Governor's Horse Guards in the county of Baldwin, and to confer certain privileges upon the same. 6. SEC. I. Be it enacted, That the Volunteer Company of Infantry now existing in the town of Jonesboro', in the county of Clayton under the name of the Clayton Volunteers, be, and the same is hereby incorporated and made a body politic and corporate by the above name, and by that name or any other which a majority of said Corps shall select, be, and they are hereby made in law, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and to have a common seal, and to hold such property, real and personal, by gift or purchase, as may be found necessary for the convenience and proper administration of said Corps, with authority to establish by-laws for the government thereof: Provided, said by-laws shall not infringe the Constitution and laws of this State and of the United States; and that the Governor, on requisition of the Captain of

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said Corps be, and he is hereby required, to furnish them with the necessary amount of arms, for the use of said Corps. Clayton Volunteers incorporated. Privileges. By-laws. Proviso. Gov. to equip said corps. 7. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the officers of said Corps shall be as follows: That is, for every thirty-two rank and file, including non commissioned officers, one captain, one First, one Second and one Third Lieutenant, and one Ensign. And said officers shall constitute a Court of enquiry, to hear and determine on all cases of delinquency or breach of the laws of said Corps, as well as all trials for unmilitary or ungentlemanly conduct, and award suitable punishment therefor; which award shall be enforced as decrees of Courts of enquiry are directed to be enforced by the laws of this State, or by the laws of said Corps. Officers. Court of Enquirypowers of com'rs. 8. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That all persons enrolled as members of said Corps, or who may hereafter enroll themselves as such, shall be exempt, and they are hereby exempted from all militia duty excepting what may be required of them as members of said Corps, and from all road, patrol and jury duty, as long as they faithfully perform and continue in the service of said Company, and do, and discharge all the duties required of them as members thereof: Provided, said exemptions shall not, and they are hereby declared not to exempt or exonerate the members of said Corps from militia duty in time of invasion, insurrection, rebellion, or actual war; and provided furthermore, it shall be the duty of the commanding officer of said Corps, and he is hereby expressly required to report to the proper civil authority, the names of such member or members, who may be dismissed, or who may, or shall withdraw from said Corps, in order that the exemption or privileges hereby extended may in such case cease. Exemptions Duty of commanding officer. 9. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That a certificate of the Commanding Officers specifying the name of the members of said Corps, shall be made out and delivered to the Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts of Clayton county, and all other civil authorities exercising authority over the road, patrol and jury duties, in and for said county; and said certificate shall be deemed and held as sufficient evidence of exemptions from doing road duties, and patrol duties and jury duties within said county during the time that persons shall belong to said Corps. To whom names of members may be given. Certificate evidence of exemption. 10. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of this act be extended to the Governors Horse Guards, a Corps of Volunteer Cavalry in the county of Baldwin. Provisions of this act extended to Governor's Horse Guards of Baldwin. SEC. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859.

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CUTHBERT RIFLES. 12. Privileges of Griffin Light Guards extended to Cuthbert Rifles. (Part of Private Act No. 192.) An Act to amend an act of 1835, incorporating the town of La Fayette, in Walker county; and to extend the provisions of an act to grant certain privileges and powers to the Griffin Light Guards, in the city of Griffin, Spalding county, and other companies herein named, assented to December 22 d, 1857*, to the Cuthbert Rifles, a military company in the city of Cuthbert, and for other purposes. 11. SEC. I. (See Act 192, Title, Cities and Towns.) 12. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of an act entitled an act to grant certain privileges and powers to the Griffin Light Guards, in the city of Griffin, Spalding county, and other companies herein named, assented to December 22d, 1857, be and the same is hereby extended to the Cuthbert Rifles, a volunteer military company in the city of Cuthbert, Randolph county. Privileges of Griffin Light Guards extended to Cuthbert Rifles. SEC. III. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 19th, 1859. DAWSON GUARDS. 13. Dawson Guards incorporatedPowersGovernor required to arm said corps. 14. OfficersCourt of Enquiry. 15. ExemptionsProviso. 16. To whom commanders shall furnish names of members. 17. Executions how directed and collected. 18. Young Guard of Covington incorporated, with like duties and privileges. 19. Walton Guards incorporated, with like duties and privileges. (No. 395.) An Act to incorporate a volunteer corps of Infantry in the city of Greenesboro'; and also, a volunteer corps in Covington, and in Monroe in the county of Walton, and to grant unto them certain privileges. 13. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the volunteer corps of infantry, recently established in said city, under the name of Dawson Guards, be and the same is hereby incorporated and made a body politic and corporate, by the above name or any other which a majority of said corps shall select, be and they are hereby made capable in law, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and to have a common seal, and to hold such property, real and personal, by gift or purchase, as may be found necessary for the convenience and beneficial administration of the affairs of said corps, with authority to establish by-laws for the government thereof; Provided, said by-laws shall not infringe the Constitution and Laws of the State or of the United States; and the Governor, on the requisition of the Captain, be requested to furnish the said corps with arms. Dawson Guards incorporated. Powers. Gov. required to arm said corps. 14. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the officers of said company shall be as follows, that is to say, for forty rank and file, including

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non-commissioned officers: One Captain, one First Lieutenant, one Second Lieutenant, one Third Lieutenant, and one Ensign; and said officers shall constitute a Court of Enquiry to hear and determine on all cases of delinquency or breach of the by-laws of said corps, as well as all trials for unmilitary or ungentlemanly conduct, and to award such punishment therefor as said corps may provide in their bylaws; Provided, the party charged shall have ten days notice of the time and place of the meeting of such Court of Enquiry. Officers. Court of Enquiry. Powers of Court of enquiry. 15. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That all persons enrolled as members of said corps, or who may hereafter enroll themselves as members thereof, shall be exempt and they are hereby declared to be exempted from all military duty, excepting what may be required of them as members of said corps, and from all road, patrol, and jury duties, so long as they faithfully continue in the service of said corps; Provided, said exemption shall not, and they are hereby declared not to excuse or exonerate the members of said corps from doing militia duty in times of invasion, insurrection, rebellion, or actual war. Exemptions. Proviso. 16. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That a certificate, signed by the commanding officer of said corps, specifying the names of the members of said company, which shall be served upon the Inferior Court of Greene county, and all other civil authorities exercising control over the road, patrol and jury duties, in and for said county, shall be deemed and held sufficient evidence to exempt the persons therein named, from performing any or either of said duties. To whom commander shall give, names of members. 17. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That all executions for fines and forfeitures for non-attendance, shall be directed to any Constable of said State, and shall be levied and collected in the same manner and under the same liabilities, as if issued from a Justices Court. Executions, how directed and collected. 18. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That Wm. D. Conyers, Captain, and his associates, under the name and style of the Young Guard, of Covington, Georgia, be and they are hereby incorporated; and like powers, duties, privileges, and immunities, are conferred upon them as are given in the preceding sections of this act to said Dawson Guards. Young Guard of Covington incorporated, with like duties and privileges as granted in preceding sections. 19. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That Benjamin F. Selman, George Hillyer, John P. Edwards, Augustus B. Arnold, Aaron F. Nunnally and John M. Ammons, and such others as they may associate with them, are hereby incorporated under the name and style of the Walton Guards, and like powers, immunities, privileges, and duties are conferred upon them, as are conferred in the preceding sections of this act upon the said Dawson Guards. Walton Guards incorporated, with like powers and duties. SEC. VIII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 15th, 1859. DAWSON VOLUNTEERS. [For Act to incorporate, see Act No. 412, To incorporate the Southern Rights Guards, c.

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DELHIGH RANGERS. [For act to incorporate, see Act No. 410, To incorporate the Quitman Guards, c. FLOYD CAVALRY. 20. Floyd Cavalry incorporated, exemptions. 21. Powers. 22. Horse, bridle and saddle, free from levy and sale, except for purchase money. (No. 396.) An Act to incorporate a Volunteer Cavalry Company, in the county of Floyd, known as the Floyd Cavalry, and for other purposes. 20. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Volunteer Company in the county of Floyd, known as the Floyd Cavalry, be, and the same is hereby made a body corporate, with the privilege of limiting the number of its regular and honoray members, all of whom shall be exempted from patrol, malitia, road, street and jury duty, and from street tax, so long as they continue their membership in said Company. Floyd Cavalry incorporated. exemptions. 21. SEC. II. That said Company shall have power and authority to make and enforce such rules and by-laws, as shall be deemed necessary for their government: Powers. 22. SEC. III. That each regular member, so long as his membership continues, shall be entitled to have, hold, keep and retain one horse, bridle and saddle, exempt from levy and sale, on account of any liability that has heretofore accrued or may hereafter accrue, except for the purchase money. Horse, bridle and saddle free from levy and sale except for purchase money. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 15th, 1859. FORT GAINES GUARDS. 23. Corporators, Fort Gaines Guards, powers, by-laws. Proviso. 24. Officers. 25. Exemptions, Proviso. 26. List of members shall be given to Inferior Court, c. 27. Extended to Lincoln Volunteers. (No. 397.) An Act to incorporate a Volunteer Military Company, in the town of Fort Gaines, and also, the Lincoln Volunteers, and confer upon them certain privileges herein named. 23. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That William Castleberry, Jr., Warren Sutton, James N. Bennett, Frederick Grist, Hialnia Marshall, and others who may be associated with them, and their successors, are hereby incorporated and made a body politic, under the name and style of the Fort Gaines Guards, and by that name shall sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and have and use a

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common seal, and to hold such property, real and personal, by gift or purchase, as may be necessary for the beneficial, administration of the affairs of said Company with authority to establish by-laws for the government thereof; Provided, said by-laws shall not infringe the Constitution and laws of this State, or of the United States, and that the Governor, on the requisition of the captain, furnish the said Company with arms. Corporators. Fort Gaines Guards. Powers. By-laws. Proviso. 24. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the officers of said Company shall be as follows: that is to say, for forty rank and file, including non-commissioned officers, one Captain, one First Lieutenant, one Second Lieutenant and one Ensign; sixty four rank and file including non-commissioned officers, one additional Lieutenant; and that said Company shall not exceed at any time, sixty-four rank and file. Officers. 25. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all persons who shall enroll themselves, as members of said Company, shall be exempt, and they are hereby declared to be exempted, from all Militia duty excepting what shall be required of them as members of said Company, and from all road and jury duties, so long as they faithfully continue in the service of said Company, and do and discharge all the duties required of them as members thereof; Provided, said exemptions shall not, and they are hereby declared not to excuse or exonerate the members of said Company, from doing Militia duty in times of invasion, insurrection, rebellion or actual war; and provided further more, it shall be the duty of the commanding officer of said Company, and he is hereby expressly required to report to the proper civil authorities, the names of all such member or members, who may or shall, at any time, be dismissed or who may or shall withdraw from said Company, in order that the said exemptions or privileges hereby extended may in such cases cease and determine. Exemptions. Proviso. 26. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That a certificate of the Captain specifying the names of the members of said Company, shall be made out and delivered to the Clerk of the Inferior Court of Clay county, and all other civil authorities, exercising control over the road and jury duties in and for said county which said certificate shall be deemed; and held sufficient evidence to exempt persons therein named from doing road or jury duty, during the time that said person shall belong to said Company. List of members shall be given to I. court and those controlling road and Jury duties. 27. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the provisions of this bill shall apply to the Lincoln Volunteers. Extended to Lincoln Volunteers. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 15th, 1859.

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GATE CITY GUARDS. 28. Gate City Guards of Atlanta incorporated, powers, c. 29. Number of privates 80. 30. Exemptions, Proviso. 31. Officers of corporation, President, Acts legalized, Proviso. 32. Exemptions to cease with membership. 33. Exemptions after 7 years service in said Corps, Proviso. (No. 398.) An Act to incorporate the Gate City Guards of Atlanta, and to grant certain immunities and privileges to the members of the same. 28. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, George Harvey Thompson, Captain, W. S. Ezzard, first Lieutenant, S. W. Jones, second Lieutenant, John H. Lovejoy, third Lieutenant, and others the officers and members of the Gate City Guards, a Volunteer Infantry Corps of the city of Atlanta, and in the county of Fulton, and State of Georgia, and their successors, the officers and members which hearafter be of said Corps, be, and the same are hereby declared to be, a body politic and corporate under the name and style above expressed; and in their corporate capacity shall have power to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, in all and singular the Courts of Law and Equity in this State; to have a common seal and to hold such property, real and personal, whether obtained by gift or purchase, as may be deemed necessary or convenient for the purposes of said Corps, and to make all by-laws, rules and regulations for their own government that they may deem necessary and which are not contrary or repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, and to the Laws of the United States; and by their commanding officers to constitute and hold Courts of Enquiry to enforce said by-laws and regulations, and to punish delinquents; Provided, always, that said Courts of Enquiry shall be governed and controlled by the rules and regulations of other Courts of Enquiry of this State. Gate City Guards of Atlanta incorporated. Powers, Courts of enquiry. Proviso. 29. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the number of men composing said Corps shall never exceed the number of eighty privates, exclusive of the commissioned and non-commissioned officers. No. of Privates 80. 30. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all persons who are now enrolled, or who may hereafter enroll themselves, as members aforesaid corps; Provided, always, that the number do not exceed the number recited in the second section of this act, shall be, and they are hereby declared to be, exempt from all jury duty, patrol duty and Militia duty, further than such as may be required of them as members of such Corps, and such drills and inspections as may be ordered by the Commander-in-Chief; Provided, always, that the said Corps shall at no time drill and parade a less number of times yearly, than is now required by the Militia laws of this State. Exemptions. Proviso. 31. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the officers of said corporation, shall be a President and Secretary; that the commanding officer of said Corps, shall be by virtue of his office the

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President of the said corporation, and that all acts, performed by him, in behalf of said Corps, and which he may lawfully perform as President of said corporation, shall be held good and valid in any Court of Law and Equity in this State; Provided, that all contracts in writing, shall, in addition to the signature of the President, be countersigned by the Secretary of said corporation. Officers of corporation, President's acts legalized Proviso. 32. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the immunities and privileges aforesaid, shall continue no longer than during the membership of said corps, and that the certificate of the commanding officer of said Corps, shall be sufficient evidence of such membership to entitle said member to all the immunities and privileges as aforesaid. Exemptions to cease with membership. 33. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted That the members of said Corps, after seven years service as such, be, and they are hereby declared to be, exempt from all Militia duty for ever, except in cases of insurrection, invasion, rebellion or war. Exemption after 7 years service in said corps. Proviso. SEC. VII. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 14th, 1859. GEORGIA GREYS. 34. Georgia Greys incorporated, powers proviso, exemptions, Proviso. 35. Extra Lieutenant. 36. Free from road, patrol and jury duty exemptions cease with membership. 37. Certificate of members delivered to certain officers. (No. 399.) An Act to incorporate the Georgia Greys, of the city of Columbus, and to extend to them certain privileges. 34. SECTION. I. Be it enacted, c., That the several members and persons of the Military Association; formed in the city of Columbus, in this State, under the name and style of the Georgia Greys, and others who may become members of said Association, and the successors, members and officers of the same, be, and they are hereby declared and made a body corporate, by the name and style of the Georgia Greys; and by that name shall have perpetual succession of officers and members, with power to make, alter, change and amend such by-laws and regulations as may be agreed on by the officers and members thereof; Provided, such by-laws and regulations be not contrary to the Constitution and laws of this State; that they shall be exempt from all batallion and general musters, except such as are ordered by and under the immediate authority of the Governor and Commander-in-Chief; Provided, also, that nothing in this act contained, shall be so construed as to exempt said Association from the liability of other Militia of this State, on any emergency which authorizes calling out the Militia for the supression of insurrection or repelling invasion. Ga. Greys incorporated. Powers. Proviso. Exemptions. Proviso. 35. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the Georgia Greys be, and they are authorized to elect an extra Lieutenant to be called

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the fourth Lieutenant, and placed upon the same footing in reference to offices, as if upon the war establishment; and the Governor is authorized to commission such officer, any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Extra Lieut. 36. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the members of said Volunteer Corps, are hereby declared to be exempted, from all road, patrol and jury duties, so long as they faithfully continue in the services of said Corps, and do and discharge all the duties required of them as members thereof; and provided furthermore, that it shall be the duty of the commanding officer of said corps, and he is hereby expressly required to report to the proper civil authorities, the names of every such member or members, who may or shall, at any time, be dismissed or who may or shall withdraw from said corps, in order that said exemptions or privileges hereby extended, may in such case, cease and determine. Free from road, patrol and Jury duties. Exemptions cease with membership. 37. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That a certificate of the commanding officer, specifying the names of the members of said corps, shall be made out, and delivered to the Clerk of the Inferior Court, of the county of Muscogee, and all the other civil authorities, exercising control over the road patrol and jury duties in and for said county; which said certificate shall be deemed and held sufficient evidence, to exempt the persons therein named from doing road or patrol duties, or serving on any of the juries of said county, during the time that said persons shall belong to said corps. Certificate of members delivered to certain officers. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 15th, 1859. GEORGIA HUSSARS. 38. Georgia Hussars incorporated, powers 39. Same privileges and duties as other Companies, general or special. 40. Honorary members, Proviso. 41. Property not to be taxed. (No. 400.) An Act to incorporate a Volunter Corps of Cavalry, in the city of Savannah, known as the Georgia Hussars, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 38. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the members who at present belong to the Military Volunteer Corps in the city of Savannah, known as the Georgia Hussars, and those who may hereafter belong to the same, are hereby constituted a body corporate; and by that name crowned and vested with all the rights and powers of the corporation, and may hold real and personal estate, and make such by-laws for its organization and government, as it may deem necessary and proper, in accordance with the Constitution and laws of this State. Georgia Hussars incorporated. Powers. 39. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the said Georgia Hussars and the members of the same, shall be entitled to the same privileges and immunities, and subject to the same duties as the members

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of the said Volunteer Company, are now entitled to or subject to, by the laws of this State, either general or special. Same privileges and duties as other companies general or special. 40. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the said Georgia Hussars, are authorized to make and have honorary members of said corps, who shall be admitted to honorary membership, upon such terms as the said corps may decide upon, in their by-laws; Provided, that said honorary members shall not be exempt from jury duty, by reason of said membership. Honorary members. Proviso. 41. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the property held or hereafter acquired by the said Georgia Hussars, be, and the same is hereby exempted from taxation by the laws of this State, or the ordinances of the city of Savannah. Property not to be taxed. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved Dec. 15th, 1859. GOVERNOR'S GUARDS. 42. Governor's Guards in Fort Valley, exempt from patrol, jury and road duties. (No. 401. An Act to amend an act to incorporate a corps of Infantry, in the town of Fort Valley, and also to incorporate the Oglethorpe Light Infantry, of Savannah, and to confer certain privileges upon the same, approved December 11 th, 1858. * * 1848, pamplet 174, 5. 42. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That the fourth section of the above recited act, be, and the same is hereby repealed, and that in lieu thereof, the following shall be substituted, viz: That a certificate of the Commanding officer, specifying the names of the members of said corps, shall be made out and delivered to the civil authorities, exercising authority over the road, patrol and jury duties over the county of Houston; and said certificate shall be deemed and held as sufficient evidence of exemption from doing said road, patrol and jury duties, within the said county, during the time that said persons shall belong to said corps. Gov's Guards in Fort Valley exempt from Patrol, Jury and road duties. SEC. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 10th, 1859. GOVEORNOR'S HORSE GUADS. [For Act to incorporate, see Act No. To incorporate a corps of Infantry in the town of Jonesboro c., To be known as the Clayton Volunteers, see also Act No. 411, To incorporate the Southern Rights Guards c., sec. 4th.]

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GRIFFIN LIGHT GUARDS. 43. Honorary members pay ten dollars annually, and have same exemption as members. (No. 402.) An Act to amend an act passed by the General Assembly for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-seven, granting certain powers and privileges to the Griffin Light Guards, of the city of Griffin, Spalding county, Georgia, assented to December 22 d, 1857 * * 1857, pam. 285, 6. 43. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, it shall be lawful for the Griffin Light Guards to receive twenty honorary members, each of whom shall pay the sum of ten dollars annually into the Treasury of said Company thereafter, so long as they continue honorary members thereof; and who shall, during such time, be entitled to all the privileges, benefits and exemptions, as set forth in section second of the act passed by the General Assembly for the year eighteen hundred and fifty-seven, granting certain privileges and powers to said Griffin Light Guards, in as full and complete a manner as the members of said Volunteer Company now enjoy, any law to the contrary notwithstanding. Honorary members pay $10 annually. Same exemptions as members. Approved December 3d, 1859. (For Act to extend the charter of the Cuthbert Rifles, c., see Act No. 192; To amend an act of 1835, incorporating the town of La Fayette, c.) HANCOCK TROOP OF CAVALRY. (See Act No 403; To incorporate the Hancock Van Guard, c. HANCOCK VAN GUARD. 44. Hancock Van Guard incorporated.Privileges, c. 45. Tax Collector to assess five per cent on State Tax. 46. Hancock Troup of Cavalry incorporated. 47. Companies so incorporated shall have power to own property, c. Trespassing on their ground a misdemeanor. 48. Tax above specified not to be collected until a majority of the voters of Hancock so decide by vote, c. 49. Company may hold property in common, c. 50. Jackson Rifles incorporated. Powers. 51. Courts of Inquiry. (No. 403.) An Act to incorporate the Hancock Van Guard, an Infantry Company, in the county of Hancock, and also the Hancock Troop of Cavalry of said county, and to incorporate the Jackson Rifles, and for other purposes. 44. SECTION 1. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That David W. Lewis, Captain of said Company,

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and Lieutenants Hamlin Lewis, James M. Stanford and Elisha Cain, and the subordinates and members of the Company, be incorporated under the name and style of the Hancock Van Guard, and they shall hereby enjoy and possess the usual privileges granted by the Legislature to the best organized Companies of the city of Augusta, with the exception of exemption from Jury and Patrol duties. Hancock Van Guard incorporated. Privileges c. 45. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the Tax Collectors of said county, to assess and collect five per cent upon the amount of the State Tax, as shown by his Digest, which he shall pay out as herein after provided. Tax Collector to assess 5 per cent upon State tax. 46. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That Benjamin T. Harris, Captain, and A. J. Lane, and A. E. Sykes, Lieutenants, and the members of their Company, and their successors be, and they are hereby incorporated, with all the privileges herein secured to the Hancock Van Guard, under the name and style of the Hancock Troop of Cavalry. Hancock Troup of cavalry incorporated. 47. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the Companies incorporated in this act, shall have power to own and possess such lands as shall be necessary for their establishment of armories for the preservation of their arms, and as shall be desirable for the establishment of regular and occasional encampments for purposes of drill and manly exercises. On said grounds they may erect barracks and such other buildings as they may deem convenient and proper for use and comfort, while in quarters; and any person going upon said grounds without permission of the officers commanding said Companies, or trespassing thereon, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and shall be liable to a fine of twenty-five dollars and imprisonment twenty days, and costs, when indicted and convicted therefor. Companies [Illegible Text] incorporated shall have power to own property c. Trespass on their grounds a misdemeanor. 48. SEC. V. And be it further enacted, That the tax provided for in the second section of this act, shall not be levied or collected until a majority of the legal voters voting at the next, or any subsequent January election, shall endorse upon their tickets the words Military Tax; and if a majority of said voters shall so endorse their tickets, the said five per cent, or any less amount, shall be annually levied and collected and paid over to the commanding officer of said Companies, or such other person as the said Companies may designate; and said tax may at any time be repealed, whenever a majority of the legal voters voting at any January election shall endorse upon their tickets No Military Tax; Provided, however, That if a majority of the voters at said election in January next, shall vote Military Tax, and in no other event, the people of of the county of Hancock shall be exempt from Militia duty, so long as said Military tax shall be paid by the county; and the said Volunteer Companies, by accepting the benefits of said tax, shall thereby ineur the obligation of first meeting and responding to all calls from the State or Federal Government for troops. Tax above specified not to be collected until a maj. of the voters of Hancock so decide by vote. Proviso. 49. SEC. VI. And be it further enacted, That said Companies may own grounds and property in common, and the fund raised

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by the tax provided in this act, shall be equally divided between them. Cos. may hold property in common. 50. SEC. VII. And be it further enacted, That the Volunteer Corps of Infantry, in the county of Jackson, known as the Jackson Rifles, be, and the same is hereby incorporated and made a body politic, under that name and style; and shall have power to pass all by-laws, rules and regulations, necessary for the government of said Corps, not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State. Jackson Rifles incorporated. Powers. 51. SEC. VIII. And be it further enacted, That five officers of said Company, two of whom shall be commissioned officers, shall be competent to form a Court of Inquiry and Court Marshal, a majority of whom may try and affix such penalties as may be provided by the by-laws, on any member or members violating the same, and that said Court may issue executions for collecting fines so imposed; all conflicting laws to the contrary notwithstanding. Courts of enquiry. Assented to, December 19th, 1859. HOME GUARDS. 52. Home Guards incorporated. 53. Exempt from Road and Jury duty. (No, 404.) An Act to incorporate the Home Guards, in Madison, Morgan county, and to grant certain privileges herein specified. 52. SECTION. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Volunteer Corps now existing in the town of Madison, Morgan county, under the name of the Home Guards, are hereby incorporated under that name. Home Guard incorporated. 53. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the members of the Home Guards are hereby exempt from Road and Jury duty, so long as they continue members of said Company. Exempt from Road and Jury duty. Assented to, December 13th, 1859. JACKSON ARTILLERY. 54. Jackson Artillery incorporated; Powers; Proviso. 55. Governor to furnish field pieces. 56. Same privileges as other Artillery Corps of this State. (No. 405.) An Act to incorporate the Jackson Artillery, of the city of Macon, and to authorize the Governor to furnish them with suitable arms and accoutrements, and to grant certain immunities and privileges to the members of the same. 54. SECTION 1. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Theodore Parker, Captain, and others, the officers and members of Jackson Artillery, of the city of Macon, a Volunteer Artillery Corps of said city, and their

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successors, the officers and members who may hereafter be of said Corps, be and the same are hereby declared to be a body politic and corporate, under the name and style above expressed; and in their corporate capacity shall have power to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, in all and singular the Courts of Law and Equity of this State; and to make all by-laws, rules and regulations for their own government, that they may deem necessary and which are not contrary and repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State; and by their commanding Officers to constitute and hold Courts of Enquiry, to enforce said by-laws and regulations and punish delinquents; Provided, always, said Courts of Enquiry shall be governed by the rules and regulations of other Courts of Enquiry of this State. Jackson artillery, Incorporated. Powers. Proviso. 55. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Governor be and he is hereby authorized to furnish said Jackson Artillery with suitable field pieces, and other arms and accoutrements for the same, upon proper security being given for their safe return whenever said Corps shall disband, or whenever they may be demanded by the Executive of this State. Gov. to [Illegible Text] field pieces c, 56. SEC. And be it further enacted, That the officers and members of said Corps. and those who may hereafter succeed them as such, be entitled to all the privileges and immunities conferred by law upon the other Artillery Corps of this State. Same privileges as other artillery corps of this State. SEC. IV. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859. JACKSON RIFLES. (For Act to incorporate, c., see act No. 403, To incorporate the Hancock Van Guard, c.) LINCOLN VOLUNTEERS. (For Act to incorporate, see act No. 397; To incorporate a Corps of Infantry in the town of Fort Gaines, Fort Gaines Guards, c.). MACON COUNTY VOLUNTEERS. (For Act to incorporate, see act No. 411; To incorporate the Southern Rights Guards, c. MACON GUARDS. 57. Macon Guards incorporated; Powers; By-Laws; Courts of Enquiry; Proviso 58. Governor authorized to equip said Corps. 59. Corps exempt from Jury, Patrol and Militia duties; Except, c. 60. Privileges to cease with membership, c. (No. 406.) An Act to incorporate the Macon Guards, to authorize the Governor to furnish them with arms and accoutrements, and to grant certain immunities and privileges to the members of the same. 57. SECTION I. Be it enacted, c., That from and after the passage of this act, Joel R. Griffin, Captain, T. M. Brantly, 1st Lieutenant,

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T. W. Mangham, 2nd Lieutenant, M. R. Freeman, 3rd Lieutenant, John R. Hill, Ensign, and others, the Officers and members of the Macon Guards, a Volunteer Infantry Corps, of the county of Bibb, and their successors the officers and members which hereafter may be of said Corps, be and the same are hereby declared to be a body politic and corporate, under the name and style above expressed; and in their corporate capacity shall have power to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, in all and singular the Courts of Law and Equity of this State; and to make all by-laws, rules and regulations for their own government, that they may deem necessary, and which are not contrary or repuguant to the Constitution and Laws of this State, and by their commanding officers to constitute and hold Courts of Enquiry, to enforce said by-laws and regulations, and to punish delinquents; Provided, always, said Courts of Enquiry shall be governed by the rules and regulations of other Courts of Enquiry of this State. Macon Guards incorp'd. Powers. By-laws. Courts of enquiry. Proviso. 58. SEC. II. And be it further enacted, That the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized to furnish said Corps with percussion muskets, and suitable accoutrements for the same, upon proper security for the safe return of said arms and accoutrements whenever said Corps shall be disbanded. Gov. authorized to equip said corps, with [Illegible Text] Muskets. 59. SEC. III. And be it further enacted, That all persons who are now enrolled, or who may hereafter enroll themselves as members of said Corps, shall be, and they are hereby declared to be exempt from all Jury duty, Patrol duty, and Militia duty, other than such as may be required of them as members of such Corps, and such [Illegible Text] and inspections as may be ordered by the Commander-in-chief; Provided, always. that the said Corps shall have an annual encampment, and at no time drill and parade a less number of times yearly than is now required by law of the Militia of this State. Members exempt from Jury, patrol, and militia duty, except what [Illegible Text] and commander-in chief may require. Proviso. 60. SEC. IV. And be it further enacted, That the immunities and privileges aforesaid, shall continue no longer than during membership of said Corps; and the certificate of the commanding officer of said Corps shall be sufficient evidence of such membership, to entitle the said members to the immunities and prlvileges aforesaid. Privileges to cease with membership. Certificate c SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1859. NATIONAL ARTILLERY. Sec. 61. National Artillery of Athens in-incorporatedpowers, c. Sec. 62, Officerscourt of enquirypowers of court. Sec. 63. Exemptions. Sec. 64, Certificates of membership must be given to proper officers. Sec. 65. Manner of collecting executions. (No. 407.) An act to incorporate a Volunteer Corps of Artillery in the town of Athens and to grant unto it certain privileges. 61. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That the Volunteer Corps of Artillery, recently established in said town, under the name of the

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National Artillery, be, and the same is hereby incorporated, and made a body politic and corporate, by the above name, and by that name or any other which a majority of said Corps shall select, be, and they are hereby made capable in law, to sue or be sued, plead and be impleaded, and to have a common seal, and to hold such property, real and personal, by gift or purchase, as may be found necessary for the convenient and beneficial administration of the affairs of said Corps, with authority to establish by-laws for the government thereof; Provided, said by-laws shall not infringe the Constitution and laws of this State, or of the United States; and the Governor, on the requisition of the Captain be requested to furnish said Corps with cannons, and all other arms that are necessary for such a Corps. National artillery of Athens incorporated. Powers. Gov. may furnish such arms as corps needs. 62. Sec. II. Be it further enacted, That the officers of said Company shall be as follows: one Captain, one First Lieutenant, one Second Lieutenant, one Third Lieutenant, and one Eusign; and said officers shall constitute a court of enquiry, to hear and determine on all cases of delinquency, or breach of the by-laws of said Corps, as well as all trials for unmilitary or ungentlemanly conduct, and to award such punishment therefor, as said Corps may provide in their by-laws; Provided, the party so charged shall have had ten days notice of the time and place of the meeting of such court of enquiry. Officers. Court of [Illegible Text] Power of c't. 63. Sec. III. Be it further enacted, That all persons enrolled as members of said corps, or who may hereafter enroll themselves thereof, shall be exempt, and they are hereby declared to be exempted from all military duty, excepting what may be required of them as members of said Corps, and from all road, patrol, and jury duties, so long as they faithfully continue in the service of said Corps. Exemptions. 64. Sec. IV. Be it further enacted, That a certificate, signed by the commanding officer of such Company, specifying the names of the members of said Company, which shall be served upon the Inferior Court of Clark county, and all other civil authorities exercising control over the Road, patrol, and jury duties, in and for said county, shall be deemed and and held sufficient evidence to exempt the persons therein named, from performing any or either of said duties. Certificate of membership must be given to proper officer. 65. Sec. V. Be it further enacted, That all executions for fines and forfeitures for non-attendance, shall be directed to any Constable of said State, and shall be levied and collected in the same manner and under the same liabilities as issued from a Justice Court. Manner of collecting [Illegible Text] Sec. VI. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 15th, 1859.

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NEWNAN GUARDS. Sec. 66, 7th and 4th sections of above act repealed. (No. 408.) An act to repeal the 7th section of an act entitled an act to incorporate and grant certain privileges and powers to the Newnan Guards, in the town of Newnana, Coweta county, and for other purposes herein mentioned, assented to December 13 th, 1858, and to repeal the 4 th section of an act to regulate the compensation of jurors in the county of Jefferson, and for other purposes therein mentioned, assented to Dec. 11 th, 1858. 66. Sec. I. Be it enacted. That the seventh and fourth sections of the above recited act be, and the same are hereby repealed. 7th, and 4th sec. of above act repealed. See. II. Repeals conflicting laws. * * For act to which this refers, see acts of 1858, p. 170. Approved November 23rd, 1859. OGLETHORPE LIGHT INFANTRY. (For act to amend act of 1858, see act No. 411, to incorporate a Corps of Infantry, in the town of Fort Valley, c.) QUITTMAN GUARDS. Sec. 67, Quittman Guards incorporatedpowers. Sec. 68, When acts of President are bindingproviso. Sec. 69, Court of Inquirypowers. Sec. 70, May have 20 Honorary members. Sec. 71, Exemptions. Sec. 72, Duty of Commander. Sec. 73, Delhi Rangers incorporated, with same duties and privileges. (No. 409.) An act to incorporate the Quittman Guards, and the Delhi Rangers, and to grant them certain powers, and exempt them from the duties therein named. 67. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That the Volunteer Corps of Infantry, now existing in the town of Forsyth, under the name of the Quittman Guards, be, and the same is hereby incorporated, and made a body politic and corporate, under the above name, and that by that name, the said Corps be, and is hereby made capable in law, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded; to have a common seal, and to hold such property real and personal, whether obtained by gift or purchase, as may be deemed necessary or convenient for the purposes of said Corps, and with authority to establish any and further by-laws, for the regulation of said Corps, which shall not be repugnant to the Laws of this State, or of the United States. Quittman Guards incorporated. Powers. 68. Sec. II. And be it further enacted, That the officers of said corporation shall be a President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer; that the commanding officer of said Corps shall be, by virtue of his office, the President of said corporation; and that all acts performed by him, in behalf of said Corps, which he may lawfully perform as President of said corporation, shall be held good and valid in any court of law or equity in this State; Provided, that

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all contracts in writing shall, in addition to the signature of the President, be counter-signed by the Secretary of said corporation. Officers. when acts of President are binding. Proviso. 69. Sec. III. And be it further enacted, That a board, composed of one commissioned and two non-commissioned officers, and four privates, not less than five, to act, shall be competent to form a Court of Enquiry, and Courts Martial, to try and affix such penalties as may be provided for by their by-laws and regulations, on any member or members of said Company, violating the same, and that the said Court may issue executions for collecting fines so imposed. Court of [Illegible Text] quiry. Powers, 70. Sec. IV. And be it further enacted, That it shall be lawful for the said Corps to receive twenty honorary members, upon such conditions as they may deem proper. May have 20 honorary members. 71. Sec. V. And be it further enacted, That all persons already enrolled or hereafter to be enrolled, as members, (either active or honorary,) of said Corps, shall be exempt from patrol, road, street and jury duty; their exemptions to continne no longer than membership in said Corps; and that a certificate of membership from the commanding officer of said Corps, shall be sufficient evidence to exempt any members from the above named duties. [Illegible Text] 72. Sec. VI. And be it further enacted, That it shall be sufficient for the commanding officer for the time-being, of said Company, to superintend and certify all elections of commissioned officers, to the Governor, who shall issue commissions accordingly. Duty of commander. 73. Sec. VII. Be it further enacted, That the Delhi Rangers, of the county of Wilkes, are hereby incorporated, with like powers, duties, privileges, and immunities, as are conferred by the preceeding section of this act, upon the said Quittman Guards. Delhi Rangers incorporated with same privileges and duties as Quittman Guards. Sec. VIII. Repeals cenflicting laws. Approved December 14th, 1858. REPUBLICAN BLUES. [For act to amend charter of, see act No. 410, to amend an act to incorporate the Savannah Volunteer Guards, c.] SAVANNAH VOLUNTEER GUARDS. Sec. 74, Property of Savahnah Volunteer Guards, and Republican Blues exempt from taxation. (No. 410.) An act to amend an act to incorporate the Savannah Volunteer Guards, of the city of Savannah, and Republican Blues, of Savannah, approved December 22 nd, 1851, * * Acts of 1851 and 2, pam. 539. 74. Sec. I. Be it enacted, That the property acquired by the Savannah Volunteer Guards, and Republican Blues, of the city of Savannah, be, and the same are hereby exempted from taxation, under the laws of this State and the ordinances of the city of Savannah. Property of Sav. Volunt'r. Guards and Republican Blues exempt from Taxation. Sec. II. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved December 17th 1859.

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SCOTT RIFLES. [For act to incorporate, see act No. 411, to incorporate the Southern Right's Guards, c. SOUTHERN RIGHTS GUARDS. 75. Southern Rights Guards of Houston incorporated-Powers, c. 76. Exempt from road, jury and patrol duties-Proviso. 77. Certificate, c. 78. Provisions of this act to extend to Governor's Horse Guard of Baldwin, and Scott's Rifle Corps of Talbot. 79. Macon County Volunteers incorporated-Powers, c. 80. Exemptions. 81. Spring Place Volunteers incorporated. 82. Dawson Volunteers incorporated. (No. 411.) An Act to incorporate the Southern Rights Guards, in the county of Houston; to incorporate the Scott's Rifles, in the county of Talbot; to incorporate the Macon County Volunteers, in the county of Macon; to incorporate the Spring Place Volunteers, in the county of Murray; and the Dawson Volunteers, in the county of Terrell. 75. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the several persons, members of the military association, formed in the town of Perry, in the county of Houston, under the name and style of the Southern Rights Guards, and others who may become members of said association, and their successors, both officers and privates, be and they are hereby declared and made a body corporate by the name and style of the Southern Rights Guards; and by that name may sue and be sued, and have perpetual succession of officers and members, with power, to make, alter, change and amend such by-laws and regulations as may be agreed upon by the officers and members thereof; Provided, such by-laws and regulations be not contrary to the Constitution and Laws of this State, that they shall be exempt from all batallion and general musters, except such as are ordered by and made (by?) the immediate authority of the Governor and Commander-in-Chief; Provided, also, that nothing in this act shall be so construed as to exempt said corps from the liabilities of the militia of this State on any emergency. which authorizes the calling out the militia for the suppression of insurrection or repelling invasion. Southern Rights Guards incorporated. Powers. Exemptions. Proviso. 76. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the members of said volunteer corps are hereby declared exempt from all road and street, patrol and jury duties, so long as they faithfully continue in the service of the corps, and do and discharge all the duties required of them as members thereof; And provided further, it shall be the duty of the commanding officer of said corps to report to the proper civil authorities the name of every such member or members who may or shall at any time withdraw from said corps, in order that such exemptions and privileges hereby extended may cease and determine. Exempt from road, patrol and Jury duties. Proviso. 77. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That the certificate of commanding officer of said corps shall be sufficient evidence of such

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membership to entitle the said member to the immunities and privileges aforesaid. [Illegible Text] 78. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of this act be and they are hereby extended to the Governor's Horse Guards, a corps of cavalry in the county of Baldwin, * * Is not this section, so far as refers to the incorporation of the Governor's Horse Guards, unconstitutional, on account of a variance between the caption and body of the Act?-See Art. I., Sec. XVII. of the Constitution of the State of Georgia. (1) So much only is void as differs from the title 4, Ga. Rep. 26. As to what the title should contain see 6, Ga. Rep. 21. and to the Scott's Rifles, a Volunteer Corps, in the county of Talbot; and the above named companies are hereby incorporated under the aforesaid names and style. Provisions of this act extended to Gov'rs. Horse Guard of Baldwin and Scott's Rifle corps of Talbot. 79. SEC. V. Be it further enacted, That the volunteer corps of infantry recently organized in the town of Oglethorpe, in the county of Macon, under the name of Macon County Volunteers, be and the same is hereby incorporated and made a body politic and corporate by the above name; and by that name or by any other which a majority of said corps may select, be and they are hereby made capable in law, to sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and to have a common seal, and to hold such property, real and personal, by gift or purchase, as may be found necessary for the convenient and beneficial administration of the affairs of the said corps, with authority to establish by-laws for the government thereof, not repugnant to the Constitution and Laws of this State or the United States. That a board of the officers of said company, to consist of not more than five nor less than three, two of whom shall be commissioned officers, shall be competent to form and hold a court of enquiry and courts marshal, to try and affix such penalties as may be provided by their by-laws, on any member or members violating the same. Macon co. Volunteers incorporated. Powers. Board of officers. Court of enquiry. 80. SEC. VI. Be it further enacted, That all persons enrolled, or that may hereafter enroll as members, shall be exempt from patrol and jury duty; these exemptions to continue no longer than membership in said company; and that a certificate from the commanding officer of said company shall be sufficient evidence to exempt any member from patrol and jury duty. Exemptions. 81. SEC. VII. Be it further enacted, That the provisions of this bill be and they are hereby extended to a company now organized in the town of Spring Place, Murray county, Georgia, to be called by the name of the Spring Place Volunteers. Spring Place Volunteers incorporated. 82. SEC. VIII. Be it further enacted, That all the privileges, rights and immunities granted under the provisions of this act, be and the same are hereby extended to the Dawson Volunteers, an infantry corps in the county of Terrell. Dawson Volunteers incorporated. SEC. IX. Repeals conflicting Laws. Approved, December 14th, 1859. STEWART VOLUNTEERS. [For Act incorporating the Stewart Volunteers, and all other Volunteer Companies in the State, whether now, or hereafter to be organized, see Act No. 98, Public Laws, pp. 72 and 73.]

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UPSON GUARDS. 83. Upson Guards incorporated---Powers---Governor to furnish arms. 84. Officers---Court of Inquiry---Appeal---Execution. 85. Exemptions----Proviso----List of members reported. 86. Full list reported to Clerk Superior and Inferior Court twice each year. (No. 412.) An Act to incorporate a Volunteer Corps of Infantry in the town of Thomaston, and county of Upson, and to grant unto it certain privileges. 83. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That from and immediately after the passage of this act, the volunteer corps of infantry, now in said town and county, known as the Upson Guards, be hereby incorporated under the name aforesaid, and made a body politic, and by said name or such other as said corps may adopt, it shall sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded, and have a common seal, and hold such property, real, personal and mixed, by gift or purchase, as may be found convenient and necessary for the administration of its affairs, and to establish rules and by-laws for the government thereof; Provided, such by-laws shall not infringe the Constitution and Laws of this State or of the United States; and that the Governor furnish said corps with arms whenever the Captain of said corps shall apply for the same. Upson G'ds. incorporated, Powers. Gov. to furnish arms. 84. SEC. II. Be it further enacted, That the officers of said company shall be as follows, that is to say, for forty rank and file, including non-commissioned officers, one Captain, one First Lieutenant, one Second Lieutenant, one Third Lieutenant, and one Ensign; and said officers shall constitute a court of enquiry, to hear and determine on all cases of dereliction of duty or breaches of the by-laws of said corps, as well as all trials for unmilitary and ungentlemanly conduct, and to inflict suitable punishment therefor; which shall not extend further than pecuniary fines, not exceeding twenty-five dollars, or expulsion from said corps, or both together with the forfeiture of the uniform to said corps; from whose decision there may be an appeal to a Division Court Martial, convened by the Major General of the Eighth Division of Georgia Militia; and in case of no appeal within ten days after the rendering of judgment by said court of enquiry of said corps, the said judgment shall be final, and enforced by the Captain issuing execution directed to the Sheriff of the county of Upson; and said Sheriff shall levy and return the same as other executions. Officers, Court of enquiry. Fine. Appeal. Execution. 85. SEC. III. Be it further enacted, That all persons enrolled as members of said corps, or who may hereafter enroll themselves as members thereof, shall be exempt from all other military duty, and from all patrol, road and jury duty, so long as they faithfully continue to discharge the duties required of them as members thereof; Provided, said exemptions shall not exonerate the members of said corps from doing militia duty in time of invasion, insurrection, rebellion, or actual war; and it shall be the duty of the Captain of said corps to

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report to the proper civil authorities the names of every member who may be dismissed, withdrawn, or expelled from said corps, so that they may know when the privileges hereby acquired have ceased. Exemption. Proviso. List of members reported 86. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted, That full and complete lists of the members of said corps, shall be reported twice in each year, by the Captain thereof, to the Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts; which shall be prima facie evidence of membership. Full list reported to clk. S. and P. c't. twice each year. SEC. V. Repeals conflicting laws. Approved, Dec. 15th, 1859. VOLUNTEER REGIMENT. 87. Name of the Independent Volunteer Batallion changed to that of the First Volunteer Regiment---Proviso. 88. Officers---Election. 89. Rights, privileges, c. 90. 2d and 5th sections of Act of 1852 repealed. (No. 413.) An Act to amend the act to organize a Volunteer Batallion in the city of Savannah, to be called the Independent Volunteer Batallion of Savannah, approved January 20 th, 1852. * * 1852, Pam. 536. 87. SEC. I. Be it enacted, c., That the Regiment formed under the second section of said act, shall be known as the First Volunteer Regiment of the State of Georgia, and may embrace as many infantry corps formed in said city as may choose to conform to the Regimental organization. But when the said Regiment number sixteen companies, they may organize themselves into a Brigade of two Regiments, and elect the necessary officers to command the same, in such manner as the members of the said companies may see fit to adopt. Name of the Independent Volunt'r. Battallion changed to that of the 1st Volunteer Regiment. Proviso. 88. SEC. II. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the First Volunteer Regiment shall be commanded by a Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel, and Major; and shall be entitled to a Regimental Staff. Orders for the election of a Colonel, as often as a vacancy occurs, shall be issued by the Commander-in-Chief; and the members of the several corps, constituting the Regiment alone, shall be entitled to vote; all other elections for officers belonging to said Regiment, shall be ordered by the Colonel or commanding officer. Officers. Election. 89. SEC. III. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the rights and privileges accruing to said Regiment, shall not fail by the consolidation of two or more companies, or the withdrawal or dissolution of one or more companies, but the same shall vest in and be enjoyed by the corps composing the Volunteer Regiment. Rights, privileges c. 90. SEC. IV. Be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That the second and fifth sections of the Act of which this is amendatory, be and the same are hereby repealed; and said Regiment shall

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be subject exclusively to the orders of its own officers and the Commander-in-Chief, except when on detached service, either of this State or the United States, when it shall be governed by the military law and the usage and custom of the army; any law to the contrary notwithstanding. 2d and 5th sec. of act of 1852 repealed. Assented to December 20th, 1859. WALTON GUARDS. [For Act to incorporate, c., see Act No. 395, To incorporate a volunteer corps of infantry in the city of Greenesboro, (Dawson Guards,) c.] YOUNG GUARD. [For Act to incorporate, see Act 395, To incorporate a volunteer corps of infantry in the city of Greenesboro, (Dawson Guards,) c.]

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RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED BY THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA. DURING A SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY, HELD AT MIL- LEDGEVILLE, IN THE YEAR 1859. No. 1. Harper's Ferry raid. No. 2. Mail route, from Waresboro' to Tebeauvilleto Holmesville. No. 3. From Blackshear to Baggby's Store. No. 4. From Spring Place to Ballville. No. 5. From Little York to Dublin, Little York to Boxville, Boxville to Sugar Creek, and from Seward to Battle Ground. No. 6. From Harmony to Clarksville, via other places. No. 7. From Ellijay, via certain places to Canton. No. 8. From Jacksonville to Sugar Creek No. 9. For the re-establishment of mail routes in Worth, Irwin and Wilcox counties. No. 10. For the restoration of all discontinued mail service in Georgia. No. 11. Relating to the Branch, U. S. Mint at Dahlonega. No. 12. Waters' Pamphlet of public laws of 1859. No. 13. Election of State House officers, Director of State Bank, and State Printer. No. 14. Election of Judges of Supreme Court. No. 15. Portait of Gen. James Jackson, to be put up in the Hall of Representatives. No. 16. Appointment of special Agent to go to Florida. No. 17. Relative to thanksgiving day. No. 18. Relative to the purchase of firearms. No. 19. Committee appointed to ascertain what, if any, additional furniture is needed for Executive Mansion. No. 20. Relative to illness of John B. Trippe, Esq., State Treasurer. No. 21. Time for completing Code of Laws of Georgia, prolongedCommittee appointed. No. 22. Committee to take into consideration of State University as to promotion of the Arts and Sciences, c. No. 23. Election of two Commissioners to Codify the Laws. No. 24. Authorize Dr. J. W. Lewis, Superintendent Western Atlantic Railroad to retain in his hands $300.00 proceeds of Road to pay traveling expenses, and to occupy certain dwelling without paying rent. No. 25. Relative to adjournment. No. 26. Relative to sale of useless articles in Arsenal, at Milledgeville, and to sale of old flint and steel fire arms. No. 27. Relative to the pardon of Wm. A. Choice and Thos. C. Whitworth. No. 28. Relative to the pardon of Thos. C. Whitworth. No. 29. Relative to the pardon of Wm. A. Choice. No. 30. Relative to the pardon of Wm. A. Choice No. 31. Relative to the pardon of Wm. A. Choice. No. 32. Relative to the pardon of John Fundy. No. 33. Recommending increase of salary of Hon. John C. Nicoll, U. S. District Judge in Georgia. (No. 1.) Whereas, The late attempt at Harper's Ferry, in the State of Virginia to excite a portion of the slaves of the South to insurrection,

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has produced the highest degree of indignation in the minds of the Southern people against the perpetrators of that outrage, their aiders and abetters, and affords just ground to apprehend a renewal of their efforts in other places; and Whereas, the action of President Buchanan and Governor Wise meets our qualified approbation, we deem it incumbent upon the members of the Legislature of the State of Georgia to give the most authoritative expression of their sentiment; Therefore, Preamble. Resolved, That we regard the effort to excite the slaves of the South to a servile insurrection, with the most intense indignation, and trust that the parties to this treasonable plot may meet with the most prompt and signal punishment, believing as we do, that while it will be meeting out a just retribution for their crime, it will exert a wholesome influence in deterring others from countenancing similar movements. Expresson of contempt at the attempted servile insurrection at Harper's Ferry, Resolved, That the prompt and energetic action of President Buchanan and Governor Wise of Virginia, in suppressing the outbr eak at Harper's Ferry, and in their efforts to capture the insurgents, evince a degree of manliness and patriotism honorabie alike to them, and worthy of our warm admiration as the representatives of one of the States of this Confederacy. Approval of the course of Pres. Buchanan and Gov. Wise in suppressing the same, Resolved, That we pledge the State of Georgia to uphold and support the President of the United States, and the State of Virginia, in the position they have assumed in connection with this unfortunate affair; and we earnestly counsel the utmost vigilance in guarding against the recurrence of a similar conspiracy in our own borders or elsewhere at the South. Ga. pledged to support them in their act'n. in relation thereto Resolved, That a copy of the foregoing preamble and resolutions be transmitted by the Governor of Georgia to the President of the United States and to the Governor of Virginia. Copy of this resolution to be furnished Pres. Buchanan and Gov. Wise. Assented to, Nov. 14th, 1859. (No. 2.) Resolved, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress, from this State, are hereby requested to use their best efforts to have a Daily Mail Route established from Waresboro' to Tebeauville, on the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad, Ware county; said Mail to be carried in two-horse hacks; also, to have the Mail Route from Waresboro', Ware county, to Holmesville Appling county, re-established. Daily mail from Waresboro to Tebeauville, also to re-establish Mail route from Waresboro to Holmesville. Resolved, That the Governor be requested to furnish each of our Senators and Representatives in Congress a copy of the Resolution. Assented to, Dec. 15th, 1859. (No. 3.) Resolved, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress be requested to have established by law, a Weekly Mail Route from Blackshear, in Priece county, via Strickland's (and?) Baggby's Store,

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and to Douglas in Coffee county, and that His Excellency the Governor, cause a copy of this Resolution to be forwarded to each of our Senators and Representatives in Congress. Weekly mail from Blackshear to Douglas. Assented to, December 16th, 1859. (No. 4.) Whereas, The people of a large and extensive portion of Murray county are subjected to serious trouble and inconvenience, on account of their remoteness from an office; be it Preamble. Resolved, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress be requested to use their influence to procure a Weekly one-horse Mail Line from Spring Place or other most convenient office, to a place known as the The Grounds', in The Ball Ground Militia District of said county, where it is desired said office (Post) shall be located. The name of this office to be Ballville, and that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to our Members in Congress. Weekly one horse M. from Spring Place to Ballville. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 5.) Resolved, By the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress are hereby requested to use their influence for the re-establishment of the following Mail Routes (lately discontinued by the Post Master General), towit: The Route from Little York to Dublin, the Route from Little York to Boxville, the Route from Boxville to Sugar Creek, and the Route from Seward, by Mount Vernon, to Battle Ground. Certain M. routes to be re-established Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 6.) Resolved, By the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress be requested to use their influence to have a tri-weekly Mail Route established from Harmony Grove, in the county of Jackson, by way of Phidelta, Bushville, and the County Site of Banks, Webb's Creek and Hollingsworth, to Clarksville in Habersham county. Tri-weekly M. from Harmony Grove to Clarkesv'le Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 7.) The General Assembly of Georgia do Resolve, That the Senators from Georgia in Congress, and the Representatives be requested to use their influence to obtain a two-horse hack line from Ellijay, (via) Jasper, Pickens county, to Ball Ground, thence to Canton, Cherokee county, and back to the starting point twice a week; and that His Excellency the Governor [Illegible Text] them with a copy of this Resolution on its passage. 2 horse back line from Ellijay to Canton Assented to Dec. 17, 1859.

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(No. 8.) Resolved, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress are requested to use their efforts to restore the Mail Line, now discontinued, between Jacksonville in Telfair, and Sugar Creek in said county. Route to be restored between Jacksonville and Sugar Creek. Assented to, Dec. 30th, 1859. (No. 9.) Resolved, By the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, that our Senators and Representatives in Congress be requested to use their influence to have the mail routes through the counties of Worth, Irwin and Wicox, altered and changed from what they now are, to what they were previous to the letting of the new contracts in 1859, so as to facilitate the transmission of mails; the condition of the mail routes through said counties being in a wretched condition at the present time, and that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to our members of Congress. Relative to M service in the co's. of Worth Irwin and Wilcox. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 10.) Resolved, By the General Assembly, That our Senators be instructed, and our Representatives in Congress be requested to use their efforts to have the Mail Service which has lately been discontinued in Georgia, put in operation again by the Post Master General, as the Mail facilities at present afforded are insuffieient to meet the commercial, agricultural and social wants of the people. M. service in Ga. lately discontinued to be re-established. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 11.) Whereas, A serious effort was made in the last Congress to withhold the usual appropriations for the Branch Mint at Dahlonega in this State, and thereby in effect to abolish the same; and whereas, the said Mint is of great and growing importance to the gold diggers of Lumpkin and the surrounding counties, inasmuch as heavy sums of money are now being expended in cutting canals, diverting water courses, and thereby developing the gold burried in the mountains of Georgia; and whereas, increasing quantities of gold are being returned for coinage at the said Mint from the above causes, as well as from the fact that large number of the citizens of upper Georgia are now engaged in gold digging in the Rocky Mountains, who return the ore for coinage at the Dahlonega Mint; and whereas the said Mint at Dahlonega is almost the only one which directly benefits the actual laborer, the gold digger himself, and one of the few establishments of the Federal Government of any sort wherein a pittance of Federal money is expended at the South. Therefore be it Preamble.

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Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representative of Georgia, That our Senators and Representatives in Congress be requested to use all efforts in their power to continue the said Mint, and to procure the usual appropriations therefor. For continuance of tho Branch Mint at Dahlonega. Resolved, That His Excellency the Governor, be requested to transmit a copy of this preamble and resolutions to each of our Senators and Representatives in Congress. Assented to, Dec. 25th, 1859. (No. 12.) Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives in General Assembly met, That his Excellency the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized and requested, to subscribe for one copy of the public laws in pamphlet form of the present Session, proposed to be published by H. H. Waters, Esq., for each of the Clerks of the Superior Courts of the several counties in the State, at the price of seventy-five cents per copy, to be paid out of the Contingent Fund, and to be sent by mail to said officers as soon as published; Provided, the Governor shall, on examination of said Pamphlet of laws, deem the same correct; and provided, the same shall be published and distributed within ten days after the adjournment of the Legislature. Gov. to subscribe for a certain no. of copies of Waters' Pam. of pub. laws of 1359. Proviso. Proviso. Assented to, December 2d, 1859. (No. 13.) Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives that both branches of the General Assembly do convene in the Representative Hall, on Saturday the 5th inst., at 10 o'clock, A. M., to proceed to the elction of Secretary of State, Comptroller General, Treasurer, Surveyor General, Director of Bank of State of Georgia, and State Printer. Elect'n. of State H. officers, director of State Bank and State Printer. Assented to, December 5th, 1859. (No. 14.) Resolved, That upon the concurrence of the House of Representatives in this Resolution, the General Aassembly do meet in the Representative Hall on Thursday the 10th inst., at 10 o'clock A. M., for the purpose of electing two Judges of the Supreme Court, to succeed the Hon. Henry L. Benning and the Hon. Linton Stephens, whose terms of office have expired, or will expire before the the next session of the Legislature. Election of Judges of S. court. Approved, November 10th, 1859. (No. 15.) WHEREAS, the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, at its session, in the year 1858, did pass a resolution, authorizing the Governor to employ a competent Artist, to paint a full length portrait of General James Jackson, and when finished, that the same

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be placed in the Executive Department, and whereas, it appears that there is no suitable place for the said painting in the Executive Department. Preamble. Port. of Gen. Jas. Jackson to be put up in Rep. Hall Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives, that the said painting having been completed, be hung up in the Hall of the House of Representatives. Approved November 12th, 1859. (No. 16.). WEHREAS, thre is likely to occur serious border difficulties between the citizens of Georgia, and our sister State of Florida, on account of a conflict of jurisdiction of the Courts of the two States, involving the sovereignty of said States. AND WHEREAS, it is incompatible with the character of the two Governments, (between which the most friendly relations should exist) that any collision should occur between the citizens thereof. Preamble. Be it Resolved, therefore, by the General Assembly, that the Governor be authorized to appoint a special Agent, to visit Tallahassee, the seat of government of the State of Florida, to confer with the Executive of the said State of Florida, and to enter upon such negociations, as will restore quiet, and prevent bloodshed between the citizens of said States, until the boundary line of said States is adjusted and agreed upon. Special Ag't. sent to Fla. Assented to November 22nd, 1859. (No. 17.) Resolved, That the joint committee appointed to make arrangements for a suitable observance of Thanksgiving Day, be requested to convey to the Rev. Dr. Higgins, the thanks of the General Assembly, for the very appropriate, impressive, and eloquent discoure, pronounced by him on that occasion, and to solicit the same for publication. Thanks to Dr. Higgins for thanksgiving sermon. Resolved, further, that five hundred copies of said discourse be printed for the use of the General Assembly. 500 copies printed. Assented to November 26th, 1859. (No. 18.) Resolved, by the General Assembly, That his Excellency the Governor, be authorized and requested, to purchase a sufficient number of fire arms of the latest and most approved style, for the perfect equipment of all the Volunter Companies within the State now formed, or that may be organized within the next twelve months. Gov: requested to procure fire arms for Vol. co's. Assented to Nov. 28th, 1859. (No. 19.) Resolved, That a committee of three from this House, be appointed to co-operate with such committee as may be appointed by the Senate, to examine and ascertain what, if any, additional furniture is needed in the Executive Mansion, and that they at once order to be furnished what they may deem necessary and proper. Com. on furniture for Ex. Mansion. Aisented to December 3rd, 1859.

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(No. 20.) WHEREAS, Mr. John B. Trippe, Treasurer of the State of Georgia, has, by a stroke of Paralysis, been temporarily disabled from attendance at the Treasury, and the discharge of the duties pressing upon that office towards the close of every session of the Legislature. To obviate the inconvenience growing out of the present inability of the Tresurer to make payment at the Treasury, and especially those upon the President's and Speaker's warrants. Preamble. Be it Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives, that Richard L. Hunter, the Agent of the Bank of Savannah at Milledgeville, be requested to pay the warrants aforesaid upon the audited certificates of the auditing committee of the Legislature, out of any deposits in the said Bank Agency belonging to the State of Georgia; and that this Legislature, with his Excellency the Governor, will cause him to be re-imbursed any and all amounts of money so paid out by him beyond such deposits, made in accordance with said certificates and warrants. Ag't of Bk. of Sav. at Mill'geville requested to pay out money on Pres'dt's. and Speaker's warrants. Assented to December 10th, 1859. (No. 21.) Resolved, by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, That the time now allowed for the completion of the Code of Georgia by the commissioners appointed for that purpose, be extended until the first day of December next, and that a joint committee of thirteen be appointed, composed of eight members of the House of Representatives, and five members of the Senate, who shall be required to meet said Commissioners at the Capitol, in Milledgeville, at least twenty days before the meeting of the next session of this General Assembly, for the purpose of revising and fully examining the said Code; and said joint committee shall report the result of their investigations to the next ensuing Session of this General Assembly. Time for completing code prolonged. Com. of 13 appointed to examine code and rep't. to next Leg. Assented to December 16th, 1859. (No. 22.) WHEREAS, The Constitution of this State declares that the Arts and Sciences shall be promoted in one or more seminarses of learning. AND WHEREAS, The Trustees of the State University at the late meeting of the Senatus Academicus, have pronounced the present organization of that Institution a failure. Preamble. AND WHEREAS, It is a matter of great concern to the people of this State, to have an Institution at whose fount the rising generation can imbibe the pure principles of Science, Philosophy, and Religion, and disseminate them amongst the people, untainted by sectarian prejudice and bias. Resolved, By the General Assembly, that a committee of one from each Congressional District, and two from the State at large, be appointed by the Senate to join a similar committee from the House of Representatives, whose duty it shall be to take this matter into consideration, and report thereon. Com. ap'td. to confer as to promotion of the arts and sciences c. Assented to December 16th, 1859.

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(No. 23.) Resolved, That upon the concurrence of the House of Representatives in this Resolution, the General Assembly do meet in the Representative Hall, on Saturday, 19th inst., at 12 o'clock, for the purpose of electing two commissioners to codify the laws of Georgia, to fill the vacancies caused by the resignation of the Hon. H. V. Johnson, and the Hon. Iverson L. Harris. Elect'n. of 2 com'rs. to codify the laws. Assented to November 19th, 1859. (No. 24.) Resolved, by the General Assembly of Georgia, That Dr. John W. Lewis, Superintendent af the Western Atlantic Railroad, be authorized to retain in his hands the sum of three hundred dollars, to defray the expenses incident to the discharge of the duties as Superintendent of said Road; and further, that he be allowed to occupy the dwelling, adjacent to the depot in Atlanta, free of rent charge. Dr. J. W. Lewis, Supt. of W. A. R. R. may retain $300 to defray travel'g. expenses. May occupy certain house free of rent. Assented to December 16th, 1859. (No. 25.) Resolved, That a committee of t wo be appointed by the President of the Sentate to co-operate with such commmitte as may be appointed by the House of Representatives and that such committee wait on this Excellency the Governor, and inform him that both Houses are now ready to adjourn sine die, and respectfully request of him information as to whether he has any further communication to make to either House. Joint Com. to wait on the Gov. and inform him that the G. A. are ready to adjn. sine die. Assented to December 16th, 1859. (No. 26.) Resolved, That the Governor be, and he is hereby authorized to have all the useless articles sold that are now in the Arsenal at Milledgeville, and the net proceeds paid into the Treasury. Gov. authorized to have useless articls sold and paid into T.eas. And be it further Resolved, That the Governor be authorized to have all the guns and pistols now in the Arsenal with flint and steel locks, sold or exchanged for others of modern construction. Also to sell or exchange all guns with flint and steel locks Assented to Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 27.) The General Assembly of Georgia Resolve, That the Secretary of the Senate, and Clerk of the House, be allowed four days, each, after the adjournment of the General Assembly, to make out and file in the office of the Secretary of the State, a full and complete transcript from the Journals of the Senate and House of Representatives, upon the bill for the pardon of William A. Choice, and the bill for the pardon of Thomas C. Whitworth, as required by Resolutions passed by the General Assembly. Sec. of Sen. and Clk. of H. of Rep. allowed' four days to file in the Sec. of State's office copies of the record in relation to the Bills for the pardon of Thos. C. Whitworth and W. A. Choice. Assented to December 17th, 1859.

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(No. 28.) Whereas, the Senate and House of Representatives at the present session have passed a bill for the pardon of Thomas C. Whitworth of the county of Chattooga, under sentence of death, for the crime of murder; and whereas, the said Thomas C. Whitworth, desires to plead the bill, so passed aforesaid, in the proper Court in his behalf; Therefore: Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives, of the State of Georgia in General Assembly met, That the Secretary of the Senate be, and he is hereby directed to furnish to the Secretary of State, an exemplification from the Journals of the Senate touching the action of the Senate, on the bill for the pardon of Thomas C. Whitworth, of the county of Chattooga, now under sentence of death, for the crime of murder, as well as the Governor's veto message relating to the same, together with a copy of this resolution; and that the same thus furnished, be filed in the office of Secretary of State, and that the Secretary of State, do, on the application of any person, prepare a copy of said bill so passed as aforesaid, duly certified under his seal of office, and deliver such copy and certificate to any person applying for the same. Sec. of Senate directed to file in office of Sec'y of. State a certified copy of record in relation to pardon of Thos. C. Whitworth. Also Gov's. Veto Message Sec. of State to prepare a copy on demand of any person. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 29.) Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives; That the Secretary of the Senate, be, and he is hereby directed, to furnish to the Secretary of State, an exemplification from the Journals of the Senate, touching the action of the Senate, on the bill for the pardon of William A. Choice, of the county of Fulton, now under the sentence of death for the crime of murder, as well as the Governor's veto message relating to the same, together with a copy of this resolution, and that the same thus furnished, be filed in the office of Secretary of State. Bill to pardon W. A. Choice to be filed in office of Sec'y of State. Also Gov'rs. Veto Message relative there-to. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 30.) Whereas, The Senate and House of Representatives of the State of Georgia, at the present session have passed a bill for the pardon of William A. Choice, under sentence of death for the crime of murder, in the county of Fulton; and whereas, the said William A. Choice, desires to plead the bill so passed as aforesaid in the proper Court in his behalf; Therefore, Preamble. Be it Ordered, By the General Assembly and it is hereby ordered by authority of the same, That the bill so passed as aforesaid, be placed on file in the office of Secretary of State, and that the Secretary of State do on the application of any person, prepare a copy of said bill, so passed as aforesaid, duly certified under his seal of office, and deliver such copy or certificate to any person applying for the same. Relative to the pardon of Wm. A. Choice. In House of Representatives, passed by a constitutional majority

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over the veto of His Excellency the Governor, by a vote of 76 yeas, to 16 nays, December 15th, 1859. I. T. IRVIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JAS. J. DIAMOND, Clerk of the House of Representatives. In Senate, passed by a constitutional majority over the veto of His Excellency the Governor, by a vote of 48 yeas, to 23 nays, December 15th, 1859. T. L. GUERRY, President of the Senate. FRED. H. WEST, Secretary of the Senate. (No. 31.) Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives, That the Secretary of the Senate be. and he is hereby directed, to furnish to the Secretary of the State, an exemplification from the Journals of the Senate, touching the action of the Senate on the bill for the pardon of William A. Choice, of the county of Fulton, now under the sentence of death for the crime of murder, as well as the Governor's veto message relating to the same, together with a copy of this resolution; and that the same thus furnished, be filed in the office of the Secretary of State. Exemplific'n. of act'n of Sen. on the bill for pard'n of Choice, to be filed in office of Sec. State, also Gov'rs. Veto Message, and copy of this Resolution. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1856. (No. 32.) Whereas, the Senate and House of Representatives at the present session have passed a bill for the pardon of John Fundy, of the county of Gwinnett, now under sentence of death for the crime of murder; and whereas, the said John Fundy desires to plead the bill so passed as aforesaid in the proper Court in his behalf. Preamble. Therefore be it Ordered by the General Assembly, That the bill so passed as aforesaid, be placed of file in the office of the Secretary of State; also, the veto message of the Governor in reference to said bill, and all other papers necessary for a full and fair hearing in said Court, and that the Secretary of State, do on the application of any person prepare a copy of said bill and other papers aforesaid mentioned, duly certified under his seal of office, and deliver such copy or copies, c., to any person applying for the same, for the purpose of using said copy or copies in said Court Bill passed for pardon of John Fundy. together with veto Message of same, to be filed in office of Sec. of State. Assented to, Dec. 16th, 1859.

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(No. 33.) Whereas, The State of Georgia is divided into two Federal Judicial District, in the Courts of which the business is continually increasing; and whereas, the present salary of his Honor John C. Nicoll, who is required by law, to hold the Courts in both of said Districts, is inadequate to the heavy labor and responsibilities devolving upon him. Be it therefore Preamble. Resolved, By the General Assembly, that our Senators and Representatives in Congress, be, and they are earnestly requested to use their exertions and influence, in the passage of An Act to raise the salary of the Hon. John C. Nicoll, to an amount at least equal to that of the Supreme Court Judges of this State, and that His Excellency the Governor, cause to be transmitted to said Senators and Representatives in Congress a copy of this resolution. Salary of Hon. J. C. Nicoll. Assented to, Dec. 17th, 1859. (No. 34.) Resolved, By the Senate and House of Representatives, That the present session of this General Assembly, be prolonged until Friday, the 16th of this month. Session prolonged to Fri 16th Dec. IN HOUSE OF RERRESENTATIVES:Read and agreed to, 7th Dec. 1859, by a constitutional majority of yeas 105, nays 50. I. T. IRVIN, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JAS. J. DIAMOND, Clerk of the House of Representatives. IN SENATE:Read and concurred in, 8th December, 1859, by a constitutional majority of, yeas 86, nays 25. T. L. GUERRY. President of the Senate. F. H. WEST, Secretary of the Senate. Assented to, Dec. 9th, 1859.

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INDEX. A. ACADEMIES, Ben Hill Academy, incorporated, 79 Bibb county Academy, name of changed to Macon Free School, 79 Clayton High School, incorporated, 81 Culverton Academy, incorporated, 81 Martin Institute, incorporated, 78 Spring Vale Institute, incorporated, 80 Union Male and Female Academy, incorporated, 82 ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND, Appropriation of $5,000 00 to, for support of pupils in, for 1860, 15 May receive Joseph White tho' over age, 354 Trustees of to make reports to Gov., 15 ACCOUTREMENTS, C., Gov. to purchase for Volunteer Companies, 11-73 ACTION, See Title Judiciary, ADMINISTRATORS, EXECUTORS, C., See Executors, Administrators, c., in index. AGRICULTURAL SOCITIES, Clarke county, to incorporate, 219-20 Southern Central, name changed, 220 State Agricultural Society of Georgia, name of Southern Central changed to, 220 Planters' Club of Hancock county, incorported, 220 AGRICULTURE, Freight on lime over Western and Atlantic Railroad, 9 ALBANY, To repeal an act of 1857, amending charter of, 196 To confer certain powers on Council of, 188 ALEXANDER, JOHN, Ordinary of Harris county, to pay school accounts of, 102 AMERICUS. Americus Lodge No. 13, F. A. M., incorporated, 115 ANDREWS, MISS. Ordinary of Greene county to pay school accounts of, 108 ANDERSON, WILLIAM Q. Administrators of, may sell real estate of, 304 APPEALS. To be entered in a separate book by Clerk in Richmond county, 51 APPLING COUNTY. To change the line between Coffee and, 266 APPRAISERS. Of value of taxable property, to be sworn, 70 APPROPRIATIONS. Additional to Comptroller General, 11 For salary of Governor, 11 For salary State House Officers, 11 For salary Secretarys Executive Department, 11

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For salary Messenger Executive Department, 11 For salary Attorney and Solicitor's General, 11 For salary Judges Supreme Court, 11 For salary Judges Superior Court, 11 For salary Reporter Supreme Court, 11 For fees of Attorny and Solicitor's General, 11 For contingent fund for 1860, 11 For printing fund for 1860, 11 For Salary Military Store-keeper, at Savannah, 11 To buy arms for Volunteer Companies, 11 Arms where desposited, 11 Arms How distributed, 11 For salary Chaplain of Penitentiary, 1860, 12 For care of Halls, c., for 1860, 12 For salary Resident Physician, Lunatic Asylum, 1860, 12 For salaries other officers, Asylum, 12 For support pauper patients, 12 For Report of Resident Physician, 12 Patients from other States, 12 For provisions at Penitentiary, 12 For salary State House Guards, 12 For increase State Library, 12 To Clerk Supreme Court, 12 For repairs State House, Clock, 12 To Howell Cobb for statues and forms, 13 To Codifiers of Laws, 13 Advancements to, 13 To B. B. DeGraffenried clerk, 13 For salary of Superintendent Georgia Military Institute, 13 For salary Prof. Richard Brumby, 13 To Prof. G. J. Orr, 13 To Col. D. C. Campbell, 13 To Counsel in case of Alabama vs. Georgia, in Supreme Court United States, 13 Per diem of President of Senate, 13 Per diem of Speaker of House of Representatives, 14 Milleage, 14 Per diem of Members of General Assembly, 14 Milleage, 14 Senator from Emanuel allowed full pay, 14 For salary of Secretary of Senate for 1860, 14 For salary of Clerk of House of Representatives, 14 Duties, 14 Per diem of Secretary and Assistant Secretary of Senate, 14 Per diem of Clerk and assistant Clerk of House of Representatives, 14 Per diem of Jouralizing Clerks, 14 Per diem of Recording Clerks, 14 Per diem of Chief Enrolling Clerks, 14 Per diem of Chief Engrossing Clerks, 14 Per diem of all other Clerks, 14 Additional to George Hillyer, 14 Additional to J. A. Pringle, 14 Additional to J. T. Taylor, 14 Additional to T. W. J. Hill, 14 Additional to Sec'ry of Senate, 14 Additional to Clerk of House of Representatives, 14 Per diem of Messenger, 15 Per diem of Door Keepers, 15 To pay for lighting Chandeliers, 15 To W. B. Terhune, 15 Per diem of President pro tem., of Senate, 15 Per diem of Speaker pro tem., House of Representatives, 15 To visiting Committees, 15

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To Georgia Academy for the Blind, 15 Appropriations not to revert, 15 To T. L. Cooper, M. J. Wellborn and W. H. Hunt, 15 To Chairman of a certain Committee, 15 To John T. Smith, 16 To Jessee Oslin, 16 To Rev. Dr. Higgins, 16 To William McCow, 16 To Col. R. L. Hunter, 16 To R. H. Ramsay, 16 To Georgia Academy for the Blind, to defray expenses, 1860, 16 To Georgia Academy for the Blind for Furniture, 16 Gov. to draw his warrant for the same, 16 Advances to Members of General Assembly, 17 Advances to State Printers, 17 $3 per volume to Reporter Supreme Court for volumes hereafter to be furnished to the State, 109 $3 per volume to Reporter Supreme Court, for volumes heretofore furnished to the State over 120 copies, 109 Gov. to draw his warrant for the same, 109 $300 to Wm. T. Williamson for recording Journals of House of Representatives for 1851-2, 109 Relief of James Hamilton, 110 $140 to Dawson county for deficit in school fund, 110 School Commissioners of Habersham must pay accounts of 1858, 110 $200 to Arthur Haire, 111 $3000 to Cornelius Hibberts, 111 To John W. Cardwell to pay for Western and Atlantic Railroad, scrip, 111 To Tomlinson Fort to pay for Western and Atlantic Railroad scrip, 111 $100 to Francis Daniel, Sheriff, 112 $726 to the heirs of Everett, Wells, 112 $95 to Johnson P. Wellborn, 11$ ARMORY. State, provisions in reference to building, 66 ARMS. Gov. to purchase, 3d section appropriation act, 11-73 ASYLUM FOR THE DLIND. Appropriation for support of pupils, 15 Trustees of to make semi-annual report, to Governor, 15 May receive Joseph White altho' over age, 354 ATHENS. To amend charter of, 127-8 ATLANTA. City elections in, time of holding, changed, 31 Masonic Hall Company, incorporated, 259 To amend charter of, 216 To amend charter of, 205-6 To authorize City Council of, to use certain grounds in, 128 ATLANTA GREYS. To incorporate, 376 ATLANTA MUTUAL INSURANCE AND STOCK COMPANY. To incorporate, 226-7-8-9-30 ATLANTIC AND GULF RAILROAD COMPANY. Charter of amended, 305 ARBITRATION. Act of March 5th 1856, as to, extended, 47 Two arbitrators may make an award, 47 AUGUSTA. Act to encourage fire Companies in, 221 Act to amend Registry Laws of, 129-30 First Presbyterian Church in, to incorporate, 113

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Justices' Courts in, places of holding, 56 Justices' jurisdiction extended to, $100, 56 As to bail in, 56 Orphan Asylum in, charter amended, 122 AUGUSTA FACTORY. Name of McBean Company, changed to, 242 AUGUSTA ORPHANS ASYLUM. To amend charter of, 122 AUGUSTA, PETERSBURG AND SAVANNAH RIVER STEAM AND POLE BOAT NAVIGATION COMPANY. To incorporate, 333 ASYLUM FOR THE BLIND, Appropriation to pay expenses of committee of, 15 ATTORNEY GENERAL. Allowed fee on Peace Warrants, 17 Appropriation to pay salary of, for 1860, 11 Gov. to pay fees of, 11 Time of election of, changed, 32 ATTORNEYS AT LAWS. Act of 1850, to regulate testimony of, c., repealed, 18 B. BAIL. J. P. in Augusta may discharge on, c., 56 BAINBRIDGE. To amend charter of 130-1-2-3-4 BAINBRIDGE VOLUNTEERS. To incorporate. 375 BAKER COUNTY. To change line between Early and, 266-7 To provide for the election of Treasurer of, 276 To repeal an Act relating to the appointment of Treasurer of, 279-80 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 BALDWIN COUNTY. Act amending Road Laws of, 359 Ord'y of, to settle with Mrs. Barnett, 89 Ord'y of to settle with Miss Fair, 90 Ord'y of to pay Miss S. Candler, 105 Ord'y of to pay Mr. L. Carington, 106 BANK OF FULTON. Charter of, amended, 22 BANK OF WHITFIELD. Name of Planters' and Mechanics Bank of Dalton changed to, 20 Not to impair existing contracts, 20 BANKS AND BANKING. Sec's. 8, 9 and 10th of Act of 1857 construed, 19 Sec. 2d, Act of I857 amended, 20 Name of Planters and Mechanics' Bank of Dalton changed to Bank of Whitfield, 20 Not to impair existing contracts, 20 Charter of Planters' Bank of the State of Georgia extended, 21 All former Acts in reference thereto re-enacted,. 21 Liability of Stockholders, 21 Name of Mechanics' Savings Bank changed to Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank 21 Former contracts still binding on the Bank, 21 Bank Notes, c. issued still binding, 21 Suits pending to be prosecuted as begun, 22 Charter of Bank of Fulton amended, 22 BANKS COUNTY. To change the line between Hall and, 269 To provide payment for taking down testimony in criminal cases in, 286

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BANKS COUNTY GUARDS. Provisions of act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 BARCLAY, Elijah S. Governor to draw his warrant in favor of, 113 BARCLAY, MARGARET M. Made sole heir of Mary M. Marshall, 348-9 BARNETT, MRS. Ordinary of Baldwin county to pay certain school acc'ts of, 89 BEN HILL ACADEMY. Corporators, 79 Name and style, 79 Trustees appointed, 79 Powers, 79 BERRIEN COUNTY. Time of holding Sup'r Court in, changed, 46 Processes, c., returnable accordingly, 46 To change the line between Irwin and, 269 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 BIBB COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in the General Assem., 57 To amend the Road Laws of, 359 BIBB COUNTY ACADEMY. Name changed to Macon Free School, 79 Privileges, c., 79 Trustees to receive their share of Educational fund, 79 BILLS OF EXCEPTION, May be signed by Ex-Judge of Superior Courts, in certain cases. 50 BILLS OF EXCHANGE, Drawn on shipments of cotton, 61 Failing to pay the same, subject to indictment, 61 Penalty, imprisonment in Penitentiary, 1 to5 years, 62 No conviction, if cotton was destroyed by accident, 62 Acceptance of bill, evidence of receipt of cotton, 62 When bill is drawn and accepted by firm, 62 BILLINGSLEA, JAMES F. Purchase of tract of land by Mrs. C. J. Billingslea, as Administratrix of, legalized, 349 BIRDS, GAME To prevent the hunting of in certain seasons in Richmond county, BLACKSHEAR, To incorporate, 134-5-6 BOARD OF EDUCATION, Of whom consist, 29 Duties, 30 BOND, For Sheriff's bond, see the county by name in index, BOOTHE, WILLIAM H. Ord'y of Talbot county to pay school accounts of, 104 BOTTSFORD. To incorporate, 197-8 BOUGHTON, NISBET BARNES, STATE PRINTER. Appropriate $4,000 part of printing fund 1859, 17 Governor to draw the same, 17 BOUNDARY, To compensate special Ag't sent to Fla. to settle differences concerning, 13 Titles to land along the line, 23 Criminal cases going out of dispute, 23 In event of Fla. refusing to recognise the line, 23 BOWDEN. To incorporate, 136-7-8 BRADFORD, ROBERT H. As Executor of Robert Bradford, relieved. 301-2 BRIDGES, TOLL Boards indicating rates of ferriage, c., must be put up at, 65 Penalty for failure, 66 Excessive change, penalty $10. 66 Violation subjects offenders to indictment, 66

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BROOKS COUNTY. Times of holding Sup'r Court in changed, 41 To define the lines between Lowndes and, 299 BROWN, E. D. Relief of, 364 BRUMBY, PROF. RICHARD To pay salary of, 13 BUCHANAN, J. F. Ordinary of DeKalb to pay school accounts of, 105 Ordinary of Gwinnett to pay school accounts of, 105 BULLOCH COUNTY. Hon. James Young's estate in may be sold, 300 BURKE COUNTY. Times of holding the Superior Courts in changed, 45 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases, 286 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 To amend the road laws of, 359 BUTLER GUARDS. Provisions of Act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 BUTTS COUNTY. Ord'y of, to pay M. J. Gibson's accounts for teaching, c., 101 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in 347 C. CALHOUN EDWARDS. Ordinary of Talbot co. to pay school accounts of, 107 CALHOUN COUNTY. Commissioners appointed by Inferior Court to examine teachers, 106 To change the line between Early and, 267 CAMERON, JOHN As Adm'r of James Young, may sell estate of, 300 CAMILLA. To amend charter of, 138 CAMPBELL, COL. D. C. Appropriation $300 as compensation for services as Ag't, c., 13 CAMPBELL COUNTY. Ordinary of to pay account of A. P. McCool, 106 Time of holding Sup'r Courts in. 43 CAMPBELL, WILLIAM W. Ordinary of Henry co. to pay school accounts of, 102 CANDLER, MISS SARAH M. Ordinary of Baldwin county to pay school accounts of, 105 CANE CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 246 CARDWELL, JOHN C. Appropriation to pay W. A. R. R. scrip, 111 CARNESVILLE. To incorporate, 139 CARRINGTON, L. Ordinary of Baldwin co. to pay school accounts of, 106 CARROLL COUNTY. Time of holding Superior Courts in, ([UNK] In the body of the Act No. 41, page 43, it is erroneously printed Inferior instead of Superior Courts. See Errata at end of volume.) 43 Superior Courts may hold two weeks, 43 Proceedings of second week of Superior Court in, legalized, 46 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 CARTERSVILLE. To amend charter of, 142 To exclude the residence of Jas. Milner from, 145 CASS COUNTY. To regulate the fees of Sheriffs in, 276 To allow additional compensation to Sheriffs in, 281 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57

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CATOOSA COUNTY. To change the line between Whitfield and, 275 To regulate the fees of Justices Courts in, 287 CAVENDER'S CREEK AND WARD'S CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 251 CEDAR CREEK LUMBER DRIFTING ASSOCIATION, To incorporate, 255 CENTRAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF GEORGIA. To incorporate, 230 CHAMBER, SENATE (See Senate Chamber.) CHANDELIERS OF REPRESENTATIVE HALL. Appropriation $50 to pay for lighting, c. 15 CHANDELIERS OF SENATE CHAMBER. Appropriation $50 to pay for lighting, c., 15 CHAPLAIN OF PENITENTIARY. Appropriation $150 for salary for 1860, 12 CHARLTON COUNTY. To protect the lands of actual residents in, 287 CHATHAM COUNTY. Tax Receiver to receive commissions on certain taxes, c. 277 To provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases, 286 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 CHATTAHOOCHEE COUNTY. To prevent the peddling of liquors in. 347 To amend the Road Laws of, 359 CHATTOOGA COUNTY. Offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, 277 To compensate the managers of elections in, 296 CHEATING AND SWINDLING. An additional section added to 11th Div. of Penal Code, 59 CHECHARO BAPTIST CHURCH. To incorporate, 116 CHEROKEE COUNTY. To amend the Road Laws of, 356 Entitled to two Representatives, 57 CHEROKEE MANUFACTURING COMPANY. To incorporate, 240 CHEROKEE VOLUNTEERS. Accounts of, how audited, 74 Time of auditing extended, 74 CHESTATEE RIVER AND TOWN CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 249 CHICKASAWHATCHEE. To amend charter of, 145 CHUCK-A-LUCK. Made indictable, 59 CHURCHES AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. CHURCHES. Checharo Baptist Church, to incorporate, 116 First Presbyterian Church of Augusta, charter amended, 113 First Presbyterian Church of Columbus, to incorporate, 120 Hebrew Congregation of Macon, to incorporate, 116 Indian Creek Baptist Church, to incorporate, 121 Jefferson Methodist Church, to incorporate, 115 Madison Presbyterian Church, charter amended, 117 Mount Vernon Association of Baptist Churches, to incorporate, 119 Presbyterian Church of Perry, to incorporate, 115 St. Luke M. E. Church of Columbus, to incorporate, 120 St. Paul M. E. Church of Columbus, to incorporate, 120 Wesley Chapel of Savannah, to incorporate, 121

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CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS. Americus Lodge, No. 13, F. A. M., to incorporate, 115 Augusta Orphan Asylum, charter amended, 122 Etowah Lodge, No. 222, F. A. M., to incorporate, 124 Georgia Baptist Bible and Colporteur Society, to incorporate, 117 Gordon Grove, No. 1, U. A. O. D., to incorporate, 125 Herman Lodge, No. 189, F. A. M., to incorporate, 123 Masonic Hall Company of Atlanta, to incorporate, 259 Orphan's Home of P. E. Church in Chatham county, charter amended, 126 CITIES AND TOWNS, Albany, to repeal an Act of 1857, amending charter of, 196 Albany, to confer certain powers on Council of, 188 Athens, to amend charter of, 127 Atlanta, to authorize Council of to use certain ground, 128 Atlanta, to amend charter of 216 Atlanta, to amend charter of 205 Augusta, to amend Registry Laws of 129-30 Bainbridge, to amend charter of 130 Blackshear, to incorporate, 134 Bottsford, to incorporate, 197 Bowden, to incorporate, 136 Camilla, to amend charter of, 138 Carnesville, to incorporate, 139 Cartersville, to amend charter of 142 Cartersville, to exclude the residence of Jas. Milner from, 145 Chickasawhatchee, to amend charter of, 145 Crawfordville, to regulate negroes, c., in, 146 Cuthbert, to incorporate city of 147 Dahlonega, to amend charter of 150 Dalton, to amend charter of, 151 Dalton, to amend charter of, 186 Dawsonville, to incorporate, 152 Elberton, to regulate the sale of liquors in, 153 Ellaville, to incorporate, 154 Fayetteville to amend charter of 155 Fort Valley, to amend charter of 155 Forsyth, to amend charter of, 218 Georgetown, to incorporate, 156 Greensboro' to amend charter of 159 Griffin, to amend charter of, 159 Grooverville, to incorporate, 170 Hamilton, to amend charter of, 164 Hawkinsville, to incorporate, 168 Homer, to incorporate, 172 Jonesboro,' to incorporate, 175 La Fayette, to amend charter of, 178 La Grange, to amend charter of, 179 La Grange, to authorize Council to levy tax, 180 Lincolnton, to amend charter of, 180 Louisville, to amend charter of, 182 Lumpkin, to amend charter of, 185 Macon, Council of may lease certain lands, 186 Monticello, to amend charter of, 188 Moultrie, to incorporate, 187 Newnan, to amend charter of, 188 Perry, to incorporate, 189 Powder Springs, to incorporate, 196 Preston, to amend charter of, 198 Quittman, to incorporate, 198 Rome, to amend charter of, 188 Sandersville, to erect monument in, 344 Scarboro,' to incorporate, 205 Sparta, to regulate liquor traffic in, 290 Statesville, to incorporate, 200 St. Marys, to amend charter of, 203 Summerville, to incorporate, 204 Sylvania, to incorporate, 204 Thomasville, to amend charter of, 142 Thompson, to incorporate, 206 Trenton, to repeal charter of, 209 Waresboro', to amend charter of, 184 Warrenton, to incorporate, 210 Washington to amend charter of 217 CITY COURT OF SAVANNAH, Powers of city Judge of SavannahProviso. 55 Election of Sol. Gen. for Eastern Judicial Circuit, 55

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CITY GAS LIGHT COMPANY. To incorporate, 223 CLARK, AMY, Relief of, 349 CLARK, HON. RICHARD H. App. $3,000 to pay salary as Codifier, 13 CLARKE, COUNTY OF Entitled to two Representatives in Gen. Ass., 57 CLARKE CO. AGRIC'L SOCIETY, To incorporate, 219 CLAY COUNTY, To change the line between Early and, 268 To change the line between Randolph and, 272 To prevent peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 CLAYTON HIGH SCHOOL, Corporators, 81 Name and style, 81 Powers, 81 To sue and be sued, c., 81 To hold real estate, c., for use of Academy, 81 To receive by gift, c., all lands, c., and dispose of the same, 81 To fill vacancies, 81 To make by-laws and regulations, 82 CLAYTON COUNTY, To change the line between Fayette and, 267 CLAYTON VOLUNTEERS, To incorporate, 376 Provisions of Act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 CL'K OF CORPORATION COURT, To enter appeal cases in a separate book, in Richmond Co., 51 CLERK OF INFERIOR COURT, To enter cases of appeal in a separate book, in Richmond county, 51 CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT, Returns of taxable property may be made to, in certain cases, 71 Duty of, in reference to said returns, 72 Fee for receiving, 72 To enter cases of appeal in a separate book, in Richmond county, 51 CLERK OF SUPREME COURT, App. $100 for stationery, c., 1860, 12 CLINCH COUNTY, Ordinary of to pay certain accounts for teaching poor children, 108 Firing woods in, 289 Road Laws of amended, 356 CLINCH STEAM FIRE CO, NO. 2, To encourage, 221 COBB, HON. T. R. R., App, $3,000 to pay salary as Codifier, 13 COBB COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives 57 Ord'y of to pay certain teacher, 104 Extra tax in, 362 COBB, HOWELL, (of Houston.) App. $12,000 to pay for Statutes and Forms, 12 CODY, FRANCIS E. Relief of 349 CODY, LAWSON, Relief of 349 CODIFIERS, App. $3000 for salary of each for 1860 13 App. $1300 for salary of Clerk for, 1860 13 COFFEE COUNTY. To change the line between Irwin, and 267 To change the line between Appling, and 266 To change the line between Appling and, 270 Act of 1856 amending road laws of, repealed 356 Inferior Court of may levy an extra tax 363 Time of holding Inferior Court in, 42

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COLLEGES. Lucy Cobb Institute incorporated, 83 Trustees and powers, 83 Corporators of Jenner Medical Society, 83 Powers and privileges, 83 Constitution, by-laws, c, 84 Officershow appointed, 84 Sufficient fund raised, one young man annually educated in Oglethorpe Medical College, 84 Selected by Corporators of College, 84 Lumpkin Law School incorporated, 84 PowersDiplomasFeesOath, 84 Graduates may practice Law, 85 Southern Botanic College, power to grant license to practice, c, 85 Middle Georgia Medical College incorporated, 85 Powers, 85 Trusteespowers, 85 Vacanciesquorum, 85 Diplomapowers, 86 Furlow Masonic Female College incorporated, 86 Trusteesprivileges, 86 Trustees may elect President and Professors, 86 Tuitionrules, c, 86 Hold real and personal estate, 86 Vacancies filled by Americus Lodge, 87 By-laws for Board, 87 Power of removing teachersproviso, 87 Property of Institution exempt from taxation, 87 Money given by will for edcational purposes, 27 Governor to issue State Bonds for same, 27 COLQUITT COUNTY. To change the line between Thomas and, 273 To change the line between Worth and, 275 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 COLUMBIA COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives, 57 Duty of Ordinary of, as to paying teachers, 104 Persons taking down testimony in criminal cases to be paid, 286 Road Laws of, amended, 356 COLUMBUS. To incorporate Columbus Savings and Mutual Loan Association, 263 To incorporate St. Paul M. E. Church in, 120 To incorporate St. Luke M. E. Church in, 120 To incorporate First Presbyterian Church in, 120 Columbus Savings and Mutual Loan, Association incorporated, 263 COMMISSIONERS TO CODIFY THE LAWS OF GA. App. $3000 to pay salary of 1860, 13 App. $1300 to pay salary of Clerk, 1860, 13 COMMON SCHOOLS. How to draw fund when Ordinary neglects to give Bond, 28 Ordinary of Worth to pay Jno. Everett, 29 How Ordinaries are to pay Teachers, 29 Expenditure of School Fund 29 Children between 6 18 entitled to fund, 29 Elementary Branches defined 29 Board of Education, 29 Educational Fund, how and by whom disbursed, 30 Examination of teachers c 30 Ordinary to be Treasurer, c, 30 His duties as such, 30

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Refusing to pay out fund, how dealt with, 30 Treasurer in default to pay 20 per cent on amount, 30 Act of March 5th, 1856, construed, 31 Duty of Ordinary of Habersham county as to fund, 88 Teachers of 1858 to be paid, 89 Foregoing applies to 1858 only, 89 Ordinary to pay balances prior to 1852, 89 Balance to make part of School Fund, 89 Greene county relieved for 1859 from part of Act of 1858, 89 Ordinaries must settle with all Teachers for 1859, 89 Ordinary of Baldwin county must settle with Mrs. Barnett for 1857 8, 89 And Miss Fair for 1858Proviso, 90 Trustees of Common School Fund of Hall county made examiners of teachers, c, 90 Manner of using Common School Fund of Walker co., 90 Election to be held in each School District of Fannin county for three trustees, 91 Three free holders to open the polls, 91 Return of election to be made to Ordinary, 91 Those elected to give bond, c 91 Trustees to take oath to discharge their duties faithfully, c, 91 To employ teachers, establish school houses, c, 91 Report to Ordinary number of children between the ages of 8 and 18, 91 To visit schools not less than 6 times in each year, c, 91 Ordinary to pay over money to Trustees, 91 Trustees to pay to Teacher, 91 Money to be paid for schools taught the year it was raised, 92 Residue to be credited to fund of next year, 92 Two Trustees not giving bond to audit accounts of teachers, c, 92 Treasurers of School Districts in Lumpkin county to pay over funds to Ord nary, 92 If Treasurers refuse, Ordinary to collect amount by execution, c, 92 Duty of Ordinary of Screven 92 Second section of act of 1858 amended for Murray co, 93 Elementary to mean spelling, reading, writing, c., 93 Lines of school districts permanently established, 93 How changed, 93 Three trustees elected annually for each district on 3rd Saturday in January, 93 Voterselections, how managed, 93 Duty of Ordinaryoath of trustees, 93 Trustees to be a board of examinerscertificate, 93 To locate and build school houses, c. 94 Ordinary to pay school money to Trustees, 94 How to pay it out, 94 Money for district without schools to be at interest, 94 Districts numberedvacancies, how filled, 94 Trustees to give Ordinary an account of their schools, 94 How Ordinary shall pay teachers of 1859, 94 District without school to have money put at interest, 94 Bill extended to co. of Dade, 94 Portion of 8th section of act of 1858 repealed for Emanuel, 95

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Ordinary of Jasper county exofficio school commissioner, 95 Oathbond, c, 95 List of children between 8 18 to be sent to Governor, 95 Ordinary may draw from Treasuryfee, 95 Commissioners to ascertain number of children, c, 95 Oathduty of Grand Jury, 96 Duty of Inferior Courtof Tax Collector, 96 Duty of Commissionersof Grand Jury, 96 Of citizens in each neighborhoodof teachers, 96 Of commissionerfalse oath perjury, 97 Powers of commissioners, 97 Inf'r. Court may sue Com'r. 97 Commissioner shall audit all school accounts. 97 Public notice of commissioner, 97 How to pay accounts, 97 How those may be paid who furnish lists of children, c, 97 Act to take effect after Jan. 1st 1860, 98 School districts in Gilmer co., 98 Trustees and treasurerselections, how held, 98 Bond of treasurer, 98 Treasurer to pay out fund as ordered by trusteesoath, 98 Trustees shall locate school houses, c, 98 Provide for the building oftitle, 98 To choose teachersschool funds, how distributed, 99 Trustees to report to Ordinaarywhich is to be given to Senator, 99 Vacancieswhere there is no treasurer duty of Ordinary, 99 School Districts to be numbered by Ordinary, 99 Duration of office, 99 Provisions of this act extended to Lumpkin county, 99 School commissioners of Habersham county must pay accounts of 1858. 110 School Comr's. of Franklin co. must pay accounts of 1858 110 COMPTROLLER GENERAL, App. $1,600 to pay salary of 1860, 11 App. $400 for extra services, 11 Additional duties of 67 Form of tables, 67 Polls in each county, 67 Voters in each county, 67 Children in each county entitted to benefit of Educational fund, 67 Amount drawn from Treasury by each Co. for Education, 67 For pay of Members, 67 Total amount by each Co. drawn and paid in, 67 Statistics useful to Legislation, 67 $500 for Clerk hire, 67 Treas'r and, to report only available funds. 67 Report separately under heads, assets belonging to State, 67 W. A.R.R. reported without valuation, 67 Must arrange books to conform to this Act, 68 Darien Bank, W. A. R. R. scrip and uncurrent [Illegible Text] left out, if Finance Committee advise it, 68 CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS, Wilcox Co added to 2nd Congressional District, 23 CONSTABLE, To make title to property sold under Tax fi fa, 70 CONTINGENT FUND, App. $16,000 for 1860, 11 CONTRACTORS ON RAILROADS, Negroes employed by, exempt from Road duty, c., 65 CONVEYANCES, Certain deeds made by Execotors and Administrators, made valid, 24

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COOPER, THO'S L. App. $50 for services as visitor Ga. University, 15 CORONER, Allowed compensation for burying paupers, 25 CORPORATION COURT, CL'K OF, To enter appeal cases in separate book, in Richmond Co., 51 CORPORATIONS, Act of Dec. 11th, 1858, so amended as to read copartners instead of corporations, 50 Marble Co's have a lien on their work, 57 Clark Co. Agricultural Society incorporated, 219 Southern Cen. Agricultural Society, name of changed, 220 Planters' Club of Hancock Co. incorporated, 220 Fire Co's in Augusta, to encourage, 221 Clinch Steam Fire Co. No 2, of Augusta, to encourage, 221 Dilligent Firemen, of La-Grange, exempt from Jury duty, c., 179 Fillmore Fire Co. No. 4, of Augusta, to encourage, 221 Relief Fire Co. No. 2, of Athens, incorporated, 221 Richmond Fire Co. No. 7, of Augusta, incorporated, 222 City Gas Light Co., of Augusta, incorporated, 223 Atlanta Mutual Insurance and Stock Co. incorporated, 226 Central Insurance Co., of Georgia incorporated, 230 Georgia Home Insurance Co., incorporated. 233 Oglethorpe Insurance Co., of Savannah, incorporated, 235 Pulaski Insurance Co., of Hawkinsville, incorporated, 236 Geo. Int. Imp. Association incorporated, 238 Cedar Creek Lumber Drifting Association incorporated, 255 Cherokee Mining Co., incorporated, 240 Augusta Factor, name of McBean Co. changed to, 240 Montour Manufacturing Co., name of Montrose Mining Co. changed to, 242 Marietta Paper Mill Co. incorporated, 243 Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Co. incorporated, 246 Cavender's Creek and Ward's Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Co., incorporated, 251 Chestatee River and Town Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Co. incorporated, 249 Etowah and Auraria Hydraulic Hose Mining Co. incorporated, 252 Etowah and Battle Branch Hydraulic Hose Mining Co. incorporated. 248 Georgia Whitepath Gold and Copper Co. incorporated, 256 Owl Town and Coosa Creek Mining Co. incorporated, 258 Mining Co's in White Co., liable for damages, 260 Yahoola River and Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose Mining Co., charter of amended, 260 Columbus Saving and Mutual Loan Association incorporated, 263 Mutual Building and Loan Association, of Columbus, incorporated, 264 Ph[oelig]nix Building and Loan Association, of Atlanta, incorporated, 264 Savannah Mutual Loan Association, incorporated, 265 COTTON, Failure to pay Bills, c., drawn on shipments of, punishable by imprisonment in Penitentiary from one to five years, 62 COUNTY LINES, Between Appling and Coffee, 266 Between Baker and Early, 266 Between Banks and Hall, 269

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Between Berrien and Irwin, 269 Between Brooks Lowndes, 298 Between Calhoun and Early, 267 Between Catoosa Whitfield, 275 Between Clay and Early, 268 Between Clay and Randolph, 272 Between Clayton and Fayette, 267 Between Coffee and Appling, 266 Between Coffee and Irwin, 267 Between Coffee and Irwin, 270 Between Colquitt and Thomas, 273 Between Colquitt and Worth, 275 Between DeKalb and Milton, 271 Between Early and Baker, 266 Between Early and Calhoun, 267 Between Early and Clay, 268 Between Early and Miller, 271 Between Elbert and Hart, 269 Between Emanuel and Tatnall, 271 Between Fayette and Clayton, 267 Between Gwinnett and Milton, 271 Between Hall and Banks. 269 Between Hart and Elbert, 269 Between Heard and Coweta, 267 Between Irwin and Berrien, 269 Between Irwin and Coffee, 267 Between Irwin and Coffee, 270 Between Laurens and Montgomery, 271 Between Lee and Sumter, 273 Between Lowndes Brooks, 298 Between Macon and Sumter, 272 Between Macon and Taylor, 270 Between Miller and Early, 271 Between Miller and DeKalb, 271 Between Milton and Gwinnett, 271 Between Mitchell and Thomas, 274 Between Montgomery and Laurens, 271 Between Montgomery Tattnall, 271 Between Pierce and Ware, 274 Between Randolph and Clay, 272 Between Schley and Sumter, 273 Between Schley and Taylor, 270 Between Schley and Taylor, 272 Between Schley and Taylor, 273 Between Sumter and Lee, 273 Between Sumter and Macon, 272 Between Sumter and Schley. 273 Between Tattnall Emanuel, 271 Between Tattnall and Montgomery, 271-2 Between Taylor and Macon, 270 Between Taylor and Marion, 272 Between Taylor and Schley, 270 Between Taylor and Schley, 272 Between Taylor and Schley, 273 Between Thomas and Colquitt, 273 Between Thomas and Mitchell, 274 Between Walker Whitfield, 274 Between Ware and Pierce, 274 Between Whitfield Catoosa, 275 Between Whitfield Walker, 274 Between Worth and Colquitt, 275 COUNTY OFFICERS. Duties of County Treasurer prescribed, 25 Must record orders, 25 Coroners allowed compensation for burying paupers, 25 Time of election of, (except Ordinaries,) changed, 32 Baker county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 Baker county, to repeal an act to provide for appointment of Treasurer in, 279 Berrien county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 Cass county, to define, c., the fees of Sheriff in, 276 Cass county, to allow additional compensation to Sheriff in, 281 Chatham county, to allow additional compensation to Tax Receiver in, 277 Chattooga county, offices of Clerks of Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, 277 Dade county, offices of Clerks of Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, 280 Dade county, to define, c., the fees of Sheriff in, 276 Dade county, to allow additional compensation to Sheriff in, 281 Dooly county, to reduce the bond of Sheriff in to $10,000, 278

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Dougherty county, to allow additional compensation to Sheriff in, 365 Early county, to prescribe the qualifications of Ordinary in, 278 Emanuel county, offices of Ordinary and of Clerks of Superior and Inferior Courts to be held at county site, 279 Fannin county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 279 Forsyth county, to repeal an act to provide for the appointment of Treasurer in, 279 Forsyth county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 Franklin county, to allow additional compensation to Sheriff in, 280 Hall county, to consolidate offices of Clerks of Superior and Inferior Courts in, 280 Hall county, to regulate fees of Sheriff in, 281 Hall county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 267 Hall county, to repeal an act to appoint Treasurer in, 279 Hancock county, to reduce the bonds of Sheriff in to $10,000, 283 Haralson county, to repeal an act consolidating the offices of Tax Collector and Receiver in, 281 Haralson county, to repeal an act consolidating the offices of Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts in, 282 Irwin county, offices of Tax Collector and Receiver consolidated, 282 Irwin county, to reduce bonds of Sheriff in to $8,000, 282 Jefferson county, to allow additional compensation to, and reduce the bond of Sheriff in to $10,000, 282 Johnson county, to reduce bond of Sheriff in to $8,000, 283 Lumpkin county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 283 Marion county, to allow additional compensation to Tax Receiver in, 283 Marion county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 McIntosh county, to reduce the bond of Sheriff in to $10,000, 283 Milton county, to reduce the bond of Sheriff in to $10,000, 284 Mitchell county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 Newton county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 Newton county, to repeal an act to appoint Treasurer in, 279 Quitman county, offices of Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, 284 Schley county, offices of Clerks of Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, and bond of Sheriff reduced to $10,000, 285 Ware county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 285 Wilcox county, offices of the Tax Collector and Receiver consolidated, 285 Wilcox county, to provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 White county, to reduce the bond of Sheriff in to $5,000, 285 COUNTY REGULATIONS. Baker county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Banks county, to provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases in, 286 Burke county, to provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases in, 286 Burke county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Butts county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347

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Catoosa county, to regulate the fees of Jurors in Justices Courts in, 287 Chatham county, to provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases in, 286 Chattahoochee county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Chattooga county, to compensate managers of elections in, 296 Charlton county, to protect lands of actual residents in, 297 Clay county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Clinch county, to prevent the firing of woods in between certain periods, 289 Colquitt county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Columbia county, to provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases, 286 Dade county, to regulate the fees of Jurors in Justices Courts in, 287 Decatur county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Dooly county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Early county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Echols county, to prevent the firing of woods in between certain periods, 289 Floyd county, to provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases in, 286 Fulton county, to protect Poor House in, 138 Glasscock county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Glynn county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Greene county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Greene county, to compensate managers of elections in, 296 Gwinnett county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Hancock county, to regulate the liquor traffic in, 290 Henry county, to prescribe the mode to lay out private ways in, 290 Henry county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Houston county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Irwin county, to prevent the poisoning of fish in, 291 Irwin county, to compel nonresidents to pay an extra tax on stock cattle, 297 Jefferson county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Laurens county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Monroe county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Newton county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Pike county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Richmond county, to prevent the shooting, c., of game birds in, between certain periods, 292 Schley county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347

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Scriven county, to prevent the killing of deer in, until 1st September, 1862, 292 Spalding county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Stewart county, to regulate the sale of spirituous liquors in, 293 Stewart county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Sumter county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Talliaferro county, to provide for the payment of officers presiding at elections in, 294 Talliaferror county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Terrell county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Thomas county, to authorize a subscription to S. G. Fla. R. R. by, 295 Troup county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Upson county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Warren county, to compensate managers of elections in, 296 Warren county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Wayne county, to compel non-residents to pay an extra tax on stock cattle in, 297 Webster county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 Wilcox county, to regulate tavern licenses in, 297 Wilcox county, to compel non-residents to pay an extra tax on stock cattle in, 297 Wilkes county, to prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 COUNTY SITE. Emanuel county, to compel certain offices to be kept at, 279 Lowndes county, to remove the, 298 Montgomery county, Inferior Court may sell lots in, 299 COUNTY TREASURER. Certain duties prescribed, 25 Must record orders, 25 To pay for refreshments to Jurors, 52 Out of any funds in treasury, 52 COUNTY TREASURY. Treasurer to pay for refreshments to Jurors out of, 52 COURT, INFERIOR (See Superior and Inferior Courts.) COURTS OF SPECIAL JURISDICTION. Powers of City Judge of Savannah, 55 Proviso, 55 Election of Sol. Gen. for Eastern Jud. Cir., 55 Justices Courts in Augusta, 56 Jurisdiction extended, 56 Bailable cases, 56 Jurisdiction of J. P. in McIntosh county, 56 Fees to be allowed officers of, 56 Jurisdictional limits of Justices Courts in the city of Savannah extended, 56 COURT, SUPERIOR (See Superior and Inferior Courts.) COURT, SUPREME (See Supreme Court.) COVINGTON, SEABORN As Executor of C. S. Pringle may distribute said estate, 303 COWETA COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To change the line between Heard and, 267

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CRAWFORDVILLE. To regulate negroes, c., in, 146 CRIMINALS. Public execution of abolished, 63 Who may witness execution of, 63 Penalty for violation, 63 Duty of Inferior Court in preparing for, c., 63 May levy tax to defray expense of, 63 Or may order execution to be public, 63 CROW, MISS CATHERINE Ordinary of Hart county to pay school accounts of, 104 CULBREATH, LUCY J. Administrator on estate of Robert Culbreath may pay over distributive share to, 303 CULBREATH, ROBERT Administrator of may pay over distributive share of estate of to Lucy J. Culbreath, 303 CULVERTON ACADEMY. Corporators, 81 Powers, 81 To adopt and enforce regulations, c., 81 CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN DADE COUNTY. To incorporate, 197 CUTHBERT. To incorporate the city of, 147 CUTHBERT RIFLES. To incorporate, 378 D. DADE COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, 42 Times of holding Inferior Courts in, 45 School regulations in, 93-4 Ord'y of, duty as to paying school accounts, 102 Cumberland Presby'n Church in, incorporated 197 Offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, 284 To regulate the fees of Sheriffs in, 276 To allow additional compensation, c., to Sheriffs in, 281 To regulate fees of Jurors in Justices Courts in, 287 To compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of, 363 Inferior Court of, may levy extra tax, 363 DAHLONEGA. To amend charter of 150 DAHLONEGA BLUES. Provisions of Act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 DALTON. To amend charter of, 151 To amend charter of, 186 DALTON GUARDS, Provisions of Act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 DAMAGES. Jury may assess in cases of illegality, 49 DANIEL, FRANCIS Appropriate $100 to reimburse him for certain expenditures, 112 DAVIS, F. C. Added to the county of Hart, 269 DAWSON COUNTY. Appropriation of $140.00, for school fund, 110 Road laws in, 359 Inferior Court may levy extra tax, 364 DAWSON GUADS. To incorporate, 378 DAWSONVILLE. To incorporate, 152 Etowah Lodge No. 222, F. A. M. in, incorporated. 124 DAWSON VOLUNTEERS. To incorporate, 395 DECATUR COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly 57 Act of March 5th, 1856 as to, construed, 103 Ord'y of, to pay teachers therein described, c., 103 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347

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To repeal an act of 1857 in regard to ferries in, 361 To provide for citizens of, crossing Flint river free of ferriage, 362 Inf'r Court may levy extra tax, 362 DEEDS, Made during adverse possession, not to be held as null and void, 24 Certain, made by Ex'rs and Adm'rs made valid, 24 de GRAFFENREID, B. B. Appropriation to pay salary of 13 DEKALB COUNTY. Ordinary of, to pay J. F. Buchanan's account for teaching, 105 Ord'y of, to pay G. W. Lathram's accounts for teaching, 105 Ord'y of, to pay Wm. A. Stansell's accounts for teaching, 105 To amend the road laws of 359 DELHIGH RANGERS To incorporate, 392 DEMAND FOR TRIAL. Amendments of 14th Div. of Penal Code thereto, 60 DENHAM, MARK. To change the residence of, to Catoosa county. 275 DENNIS, MISS H. L. Ord'y of Warren county to pay school accounts of, 101 DESCENT LAWS, As to illegitimates changed, 36 Legitimates may inherit from illegitimates, 36 Grown persons may be made legitimate, 36 DILIGENT FIREMEN OF LAGRANGE, Exempt from Jury duty, 179 DISTRICTS, CONGRESSIONAL Wilcox county added to 2d Congressional District, 23 DOOLY COUNTY. To reduce the Sheriff's Bond of, to $10,000, 278 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 DOOR KEEPER Of House, appropriation to, 15 Of Senate, appropriation to, 15 DOUGHERTY COUNTY. To compensate the Sheriff of, 365 To compensate Grand and Petit Jurors of, 366 Inf'r Court may levy a tax for the same, 366 DRAFTS Drawn on shipments of cotton, 61 Parties failing to pay the, same subject to indictment, 61 Penalty, imprisonment in Penitentiary 1 to 5 years, 62 No conviction if cotton was destroyed by accident, 62 Acceptance of, evidence of receipt of cotton, 62 When bill is drawn and accepted by firm, 62 DRUMMERS. Persons selling goods by sample must obtain license, 58 Of $100 or other sum at discretion of Inferior Court, 58 Also, pay a tax on all goods sold, 58 Penalty, fine and imprisonment at discretion of Court, 58 DYKES, GEORGIA To change the residence of, to Schley county, 273 E. EARLY COUNTY. Inferior Court may levy a road tax, 367 To change line between Baker and, 266 To change line between Calhoun and, 267 To change line between Clay and, 268 To define the qualifications of Ordinary of, 278 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347

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ECHOLS COUNTY. To prevent the firing of woods in, between certain friends, 289 EDUCATION. Senatus Academicus abolished, 26 Duty of Board of Trustees of University of Georgia, 26 Gov. to lay report of Board of Trustees before General Assembly, 26 Powers of Board of Trustees, 26 Board of visitors, 27 Money given by will, c., for educational purposes to be received and invested by the Governor, 27 Gov. to issue State Bonds for same, 27 How to draw common school fund when Ordinary neglects to give bond, 28 Ordinary of Worth county to pay John Everett's account, 29 How Ordinaries of all counties to pay teachers of poor children, 29 Expenditure of school fund, 29 Children between 6 and 18 entitled to fund, 29 Elementery branches defined, 29 Board of Education, 29 Educational Fund how and by whom disbursed, 30 Examination of teachers, c., 30 Ordinary to be Treasurer, 30 His duties as such, 30 Treasurer refusing to pay out funds how dealt with, 30 When in default, to pay 20 per cent on amount detained, 30 Act of March 5th, 1856, construed, 31 EDUCATION, BOARD OF. Of whom to consist, 29 Duties, 30 EFFINGHAM COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 42 ELLAVILLE. To incorporate, 154 ELBERTON. To regulate the sale of liquors in, 153 ELBERT COUNTY. To change line between Hart and, 269 ELECTIONS. Of United State Senators from Georgia time of prescribed, 31 Of holding General Elections, time of prescribed. 31 Of holding, in Atlanta, time of prescribed, 31 Of county officers, Judges Superior Courts, c., of prescribed, 32 Penalty for permitting ballots to be examined after being deposited in Clerk's office, 32 For local elections, see each county or city, by name in index. ELEMENTARY BRANCHES. Defined, 29 EMANUEL COUNTY. Times of holding Inferior Courts in changed, 45 To amend the school laws of, 95 To change the line between Tattnall and, 272 Offices of county officers to be kept at county site of, 279 ESTATES, DISTRIBUTION OF. Intestates' nephews and nieces may inherit, 35 Guardians may use principal of estates of Orphans for their support, 37 Ordinary first to grant order, 37 ETOWAH AND AURARIA HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 252 ETOWAH AND BATTLE BRANCH HYDRULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 248 ETOWAH LODGE NO. 222, F. A. M. To incorporate, 124

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EVIDENCE. Act of 1850, prohibiting Attorneys at Law from giving testimony in certain cases, repealed, 18 Acceptance of bill or draft, prima facie evidence of receipt of the cotton under certain circumstances, 62 Burden of proof on free negroes accused of violating act to prohibit them from coming into this State, 69 EXCEPTION, BILLS OF. Ex-Judges of Superior Court may sign in certain cases, 50 EXCHANGE, BILLS OF. Drawn on shipments of Cotton, 61 Failing to pay the same, subject to indictment, 61 Penalty, imprisonments in Penitentiary 1 to 5 years, 62 No conviction if cotton was destroyed by accident, 62 Acceptance of bill evidence of receipt of cotton, 62 When bill is drawn and accepted by firm, 62 EXECUTIONS, PUBLIC. Abolished, 63 Who may witness execution 63 Penalty for violation, 63 Duty of Inferior Court in preparing for, 63 May levy a tax to defray expense of, 63 Or may order execution to be public, 63 ECUTIVE DEPARTMENT. Appropriation of $4,000 to pay salary of Governor, 1860, 11 Appropriation of $1,250 to pay salary of each Secretary, 1860, 11 Appropriation of $600 to pay salary of Messenger, 1860, 11 EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, GUARDIANS, TRUSTEES AND ORDINARIES. Certain deeds made by, made valid, 24 Granting of letters of administration where notice has not been given at Court House door, legalized, 33 Application for probate of written wills must be in writing, 33 Legatees, c., must be notified of the application, 34 Service of notice how perfected, 34 Will to be propounded within three Months after the death of testator, 34 Testimony in case of probate of will, may be taken by interrogatories, 34 Guardian adlitem, 34 Right of appeal to Supr. Court allowed, 35 All application for letters of administration must be in writing, 35 Duty of Ordinary as to record of letters, c., 35 Act to take effect 1st May 1860, 35 Children of intestates' nephews and nieces may inherit, 35 Names of grown persons may be changed, 36 Grown persons may be legitimatized, 36 Mother's consent only necessary where father has deserted, c., 36 Former cases legalized, 36 Laws of descent as to illegitimates changed, 36 Legitimates may inherit from illegitimates in certain cases, 36 Guardians may use principal of estates of orphans for their support where interest is insufficient, 37 But must grant an order first 37 Orphans may not be bound out, 37

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Bulloch county, Jas. Young's estate in, may be sold, 300 Habersham county, Ordinary of, may grant letters on estate of S. S. Hackett, 300 Harris county landed, estate of Toliver Jones, may be sold in, 301 Heard county, Executors of R. Bradford released, 302 Liberty county, Guardian of F. E. Winn, may pay over her estate, 302 Pike county, Executors of C. S. Pringle may distribute estate, 303 Walton county, Administrator of R. J. Culbreath may distribute his estate, 303 Washington county, N. A. Long appointed Executor of J. A. Long, 303 Wilkes county, Administrators of W. J. Anderson and Thomas Favor may sell real estate, 394 A. C. Trimble administrator of A. M. Hamilton may sell the negroes, c., of his estate, 395 EXEMPTIONS FROM LEVY AND SALE. Act of 1857, construed, 51 EXPRESS COMPANIES. To make returns and pay taxes to State Treasurers, 71 Penalty for neglect, 71 F. FAIR, MISS C. Ordinary of Baldwin county to pay certain school accounts of, 89 FANMN COUNTY. Election to be held in each school district for 3 trustees, 91 Three free holders to open polls, 91 Return of election to Ord'y. 91 One elected to give bond and security, 91 Trustees to take oath, 91 Trustees to employ competent teachers, 91 And to provide school houses, c., 91 Trusteesto report to Ordinary number of children, c., 91 To visit each school at least 6 times in each year 91 Ordinary to pay over to each trustee, 91 Trustee to pay to teachers 91 Money to be paid out in the year it was raised, 92 Residue to be credited to fund of next year, 92 Trustees, not giving bond, to audit accounts for teachers, 92 To provide for the election of treasurer in, 276 FARMERS AND MECHANICS BANK. Name of Mechanics Savings Bank changed to, 21 Former contracts still binding, 21 Bank notes issued still binding, 21 Suits pending to be prosecuted as begun, 22 FARO. Act of 20th February, 1854, making the dealing of Faro, c., a Penitentiary offence, repealed, 59 Old penalty revived, 59 FAVOR, THOMAS. Administrators of, may sell real estate of, 304 FAYETTE COUNTY. To change the line between Clayton and, 267 Ordinary of, to pay J. T. Wooten's accounts for teaching, 101 FAYETTVILLE. To amend charter of, 155 FEES. Of Coroners for burying paupers, 25 Of Sheriffs in Dade county, 276

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Of Jurors in Justices' Courts in Dade county, 287 Of Sheriffs in Cass county, 276 Of Jurors in Justices's Courts in Catoosa county, 287 Of Sheriff's in Cass county, 276 Of Sheriff's in Cass county, 281 Of Tax Receiver in Chatham county, 277 Of Sheriffs in Dade county, 276 Of Sheriffs in Dade county, 281 Of Sheriffs in Dougherty co., 365 Of Sheriffs in Franklin co., 280 Of Sheriffs in Hall county, 281 Of Sheriffs in Jefferson co., 282 Of Tax Receiver in Marion co., 283 Of Clerk Superior Court, 72 Of J. P. in McIntosh county, 56 Of Officers in Justices Courts in Augusta, 56 FERRIES. Boards indicating rates of ferriage must be put up at, 65 Penalty for failure, 66 Excessive chrrge, penalty $10, 66 Violation subjects offenders to indictment, 66 To repeal an act of 1857 in relation to Decatur county, 361 Inferior Court of Decatur co. to defray expenses of ferriage of citizens in. 361 , 2 FILLMORE FIRE COMPANY, NO. 4. To encourage, 221 FIRE COMPANIES. In Augusta, to encourage, 221 Clinch Steam, No. 2, to encourage, 221 Diligent Firemen of LaGrange exempt from Jury duty, c., 179 Fillmore, No. 4, to encourage, 221 Relief No. 2, to incorporate, 221 , 2 Richmond, No. 7, to incorporate, 222 FIRE COMPANIES IN AUGUSTA. To encourage, 221 FIRM, MERCANTILE. When bills, c., drawn on shipments of Cotton are accepted by, 62 FISH PONDS. Trespass on Artificial made a misdemeonor, 61 Punished by fine and imprisonment from $50 to $300, 61 Imprisonment at the discretion of the court, 61 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN AUGUSTA. Charter of amended, 113 FLEMING, THOS W. As Guardian of F. E. Winn, may pay over to her a sufficient amount to support, 302 FLORIDA, GEORGIA AND Survey of line between, 22 Titles of land along the line, 23 Criminal cases growing out of dispute, 23 In event of Florida refusing to recognise the line, 23 FLORIDA. Line of, see Fla. and Ga. line, FLORIDA AND GEORGIA LINE. App. to pay survey of, 13 FLOYD CAVALRY. To incorporate, 389 FLOYD COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 45 Term three weeks, 43 Times of holding Inferior Courts in, changed, 43 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To provide for the payment of the person who takes down testimony in criminal cases, 286 To amend the road laws of, 359 FORSYTH. To amend charter of, 218 FORSYTH COUNTY. To repeal an act of 1825, providing for the appointment of Treasurer in, 279 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276

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FORT, TOMLINSON App. to, to pay W. A. R. R. scrip, 111 FORT GAINES GUARDS. To incorporate, 380 , 1 FORT VALLEY. To amend charter of, 155 FOUNDRY, STATE Governor to obtain information, c., in regard to establishment of, 66 And report to next Session of Legislature, 66 May appoint one or more commissioners to carry out this act, 66 FRANKLIN COUNTY. School commissioners must pay accounts of 1858, 110 To compensate Sheriff of, 280 FREIGHT. On lime over W. A. R. R. 9 FRANKLIN COUNTY MOUNTED VOLUNTEER CAVALRY. Provisions of act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 FULTON COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To regulate the poor house of, 138 To amend the road laws of, 359 FUND, CONTINGENT App. $16,000 for, 11 Governor to draw the same, 11 FUND, PRINTING App $10,000 for same, 11 App. $4,000 to B. N. B., State Printers, 17 Governor to draw the same, 17 FURLOW MASONIC FEMALE COLLEGE. Incorporatedtrustees, privileges, 86 May elect President and Professors, 86 Tuitionruleshold personal and real estate, 86 Vacancies filled by Americus Lodge, 87 By-laws for Board, 87 Power of removing teachersproviso, 87 Property of, exempt from taxation, 87 FURLOW, T. M. Relief of, 354 G. GAME BIRDS. To prevent the hunting of in certain seasons in Richmond county, 292 GATE CITY GUARDS. To incorporate, 382 GENERAL ASSEMBLY, MEMBERS OF Advances to, 17 Apportionment of, 57 GENERAL ELECTIONS. Time of changed, from Monday to Wednesday, 31 GEORGETOWN. To incorporate, 156 GEORGIA ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND. Appropriate $5,000 for support of pupils 1860, 15 Trustees to make reports to Governor, 15 Appropriate $6,000 to pay expenses of pupils, 16 Appropriate $4,000 to pay for furniture, 16 Governor to draw the same, 17 GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. Survey of line between, 22 Title of land along the line, 23 Criminal cases growing out of dispute, 23 In event of Fla. refusing to recognise the line, 23 GEORGIA BAPTIST BIBLE AND COLPORTEUR SOCIETY. To incorporate, 118 GEORGIA GREYS. To incorporate, 383 GEORGIA HUSSARS. To incorporate, 384 GEORGIA HOME INSURANCE COMPANY. To incorporate, 233

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GEORGIA INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION. To incorporate, 238 GEORGIA MILITARY INSTITUTE. Appropriate $2,500 for salary of Superintendent of, 1860, 13 Appropriate 1,500 for salary of Prof. Brumby of, 1860, 13 GEO. WHITEPATH GOLD AND COPPER CO. To incorporate, 256 GIBSON, MATTHEW J. Ordinary of Butts county to pay school accounts of, 101 GLASSCOCK COUNTY. To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 GILMER COUNTY. School Districts made permanent, c. 98 Trustees and Treasurerannually ellectedVoters, 98 Elections how heldBond of Treasurer, 98 Treasurer to pay out fund as ordered by Trustees, 98 Oath of Trusteeswho shall locate school districts, 98 Provide for building school houses, c.Title. 98 Trustees to choose teachersschool fund how distributed, 99 Trustees to report to Ord'yRep't to be given to Senator, 99 VacanciesDuty of Ordinary, 99 School districts to be numbered by Ordinary, 99 Duration of office of Trustee, 99 Provisions of this act extended to Lumpkin county, 99 To amend the Road Laws of, 359 Inferior Court may levy an extra tax, 368 GLYNN COUNTY. Times of holding Sup'r Courts in, changed, 44 Duty of witnesses, jurors, c. 45 Times of holding Sup'r Courts in changed, 46 Parties, c., to conform, 46 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 GORDON COUNTY. Times of holding Inf'r Courts in, changed, 44 All persons, c., shall conform to this Act, 44 Entitled to two Representatives in General Asssembly, 57 Ord'y of, to make Militia Dists. school Districts, 103 To appoint 3 Trustees in each District, 103 Duty of Trustees, 103 How teachers of 1859 shall be paid, 103 GORDON GROVE, No. 1, U. A. O. D. To incorporate, 124 GOVERNOR. $4,000 to pay salary of for 1860, 11 To receive money given for educational purposes, 27 To issue State Bonds for the same, 27 To take receipts for school fund, 28 To obtain information, c., in regard to estalishing Foundry, 66 To communicate the same to next Legislature, 66 May appoint Commissioners to carry out this Act, 66 To appoint Insurance Com., 40 GOVERNOR'S GUARDS. To incorporate, 385 GOVERNOR'S HORSE GUARDS. To incorporate, 377 To incorporate, 395 GRAND JURY. To examine vouchers of Ord'y, 30 GRANTS. Grant issued to Abraham Osteen, altered to Wm. Osteen, 342 Grant issued to Luke Baggett, altered to Luke Paget, 343 GREEN, CHARLES Certain privileges conferred on, 350 GREENE COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57

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HALL COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in the General Assembly, 57 Trustees of School fund made Examiners of Teachers, 90 To change the line between Banks and, 269 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 To repeal an Act of 1825, appointing Treasurer in, 279 Offices of Clerks of the Superior and Inferior Courts consolidated, 280 To regulate the fees of Sh'ffs in, 281 HAMILTON, To amend charter of, 164, 5, 6, 7, 8 HAMILTON, ANDREW M., Adm'rs of may sell negroes of estate, 305 HAMILTON JAMES, App. for relief of 110 HANCOCK COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Planters' Club in, incorporated 220 Sheriff's Bond of, reduced to $10.000, 283 To regulate the liquor traffic in, 290 To amend the Road Laws of, 357 HANCOCK TROOP OF CAVALRY, To incorporate, 386, 7, 8 HANCOCK VAN GUARD, To incorporate, 386 HARALSON COUNTY, To repeal an Act of 1858, consolidating the offices of Tax Collector and Receiver in, 281

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To repeal an Act of 1857, consolidating the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Courts in, 282 To amend the Road Laws of, 358 Inferior Court may levy an extra tax, 368 HARRIS COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Ordinary to pay John Alexander's accounts for teaching, 102 Toliver Jones' landed estate to be sold in, 301 To amend the Road Laws of, 358 HART COUNTY, School Commissioners to pay the account of Miss Crow for teaching, 104 To change the line between Elbert and, 269 HAWKINSVILLE, To incorporate, 168, 9, 79, 1, 2 HEARD COUNTY, Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 43 Term two weeks, 43 Two panels of Jurors to be drawn, 43 Times of holding Inferior Court in, changed, 43 To change the line between Coweta and, 267 To relieve the Executors of Robert Bradford in, 301 HEBREW CONGREGATION, To incorporate, 116 HENRY COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Ordinary of to pay W. H. Campbell's account for teaching, 102 Ordinary of to pay J. F. Jackson's account, for teaching, 108 To prescribe the mode of laying out private ways in, 290 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 HERMAN LODGE NO. 189, F. A. M., To incorporate, 123 HIGGINS, REV. DR., App. $100 to defray expenses, c., 16 Senator from Muscogee to draw the same, 16 HILL, THOS. W. J., App. $300 additional compensation, 14 HILLYER, GEORGE, App. $250 additional compensation, 14 HODGES, ROBERT J., Relief of, 354 HOME GUARDS, To incorporate, 388 HOMER, To incorporate, 172 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, App. $7 per day to Door Keeper of 15 App. $7 per day to Speaker pro tem of, 15 App. $7 per day to Messenger of, 15 App. $50, to air, dust, c., Hall of, 15 HOUSTON COUNTY, Entitled to two Representatives, in Gen. Assembly, 57 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 HOWARD, CHESLEY B., To change the residence of, to Taylor Co., 270 HUFF, WILLIAM H., To change the residence of, to Whitfield Co., 274 HUNT, WM. H., App. $50 for services as visitor Georgia University, 15 HUNTER, COL. R. L., App. for services as Treasurer pro tem, 16 I. INDEPENDENT VOLUNTEER BATALLION OF SAVANNAH. Name of changed to Volunteer Regiment, 397-8

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INDIAN CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH. To incorporate, 121 INSANE PERSONS, GUARDIANS OF. Parties how made to suits where Guardians die, 49 INSURANCE COMMISSIONER. Not to issue license under certain circumstances, 39 Duty as to publication, c., 40 License fee, 40 Gov. to appoint, 40 Term of office, 40 Shall take oath, 40 INSURANCE COMPANIES. Ag'ts of foreign, not to take premiums without license, 38 Violation $500 forfeit, 38 Conditions to be complied with before obtaining license, 38 Commissioner to be convinced of certain facts, 39 Then to issue license, 39 Duration of license, 40 Duty of Commissioner as to publication, 40 License fee, 40 Governor to appoint Insurance Commissioner, 40 His term of office two years, 40 When act to take effect, 40 Tax on, foreign, how returned by agents, 40 Tax to be paid the State, 40 Tax on to be paid into State Treasury, 71 Operation of act No. 35, (page 38) suspended till December 1st, 1860, 71 Atlanta Mutual, incorporated, 226 Central, of Georgia, incorporated, 230 Georgia Home, incorporated, 233 Oglethorpe, incorporated, 235 Pulaski, incorporated, 236 INTERNAL IMRSOVEMENT ASSOCIATION, GEORGIA. To incorporate, 238 INTERNAL TRANSPORTATION. RAILROADS. Atlantic and Gulf, charter amended, 305 Bainbridge and Florida, incorporated, 321 Barnesville and Brunswick, incorporated, 306 Calhoun and Rome, incorporated, 310 Columbus and Whiteville, incorporated, 312 Dalton and Gadsden, charter amended, 313 Dalton and Gadsden, name changed, 338 Dalton and Jacksonville, name of D. and G. R. R. changed to, 338 Eatonton and Madison, incorporated, 314 Eatonton and Madison, act of 1858 repealed, 315 Eatonton Branch, stock consolidated with Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia, 317 Ellijay, name changed to Marietta, Canton and Ellijay, 315 Enterprise, incorporated, 330 Georgia, act of 1858, repealed 315 Georgia and Florida, may consolidate stock of, 329 Indian Springs, charter amended, 316 Macon and Warrenton, charter amended, 331 Marietta, Canton and Ellijay, name of Ellijay, changed to, 315 Middle Georgia, incorporated, 333 Milledgeville and Eatonton, stock consolidated with Central Railroad, 317 Milledgeville and Gordon, stock consolidated with Central Railroad, 317 Muscogee, charter amended, 332 Planters, incorporated, 318 Polk Slate Quarry, incorporated, 322

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Port Royal, incorporated, 324 Savannah and Albany, charter amended, 327 Savannah, Griffin and North Alabama, charter amended, 328 Sparta Branch, charter amended, 328 South Western, charter amended, 329 Thomaston and Barnesville, charter amended, 332 Western and Atlantic, certain privileges to D. and G. R. R., granted, 313 STEAM NAVIGATION. Augusta, Peterburg and Savannah River, Steam and Pole Boat Navigation Company, incorporated, 333 TELEGRAPH COMPANIES. Middle Georgia, incorporated,, 335 TURN PIKE COMPANIES. Calhoun and Ellijay, incorporated, 338 Vernon Shell Road, incorporated, 340 IRWIN, HON. JARED. Appropriation $3,000, to pay salary of, 13 IRWIN, GOV. JARED. Monument to, to be erected in the town of Sandersville, 344 IRWIN COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 46 To change the line between Coffee and, 267 To change the line between Berrien and, 269 To change the line between Coffee and, 270 Offices of Tax Collector and Receiver in, consolidated, 282 Sheriff's Bond of, reduced to $8,000, 282 To prohibit the poisoning of water courses in, 291 To compel non-residents to pay tax on stock cattle; 297 J. JACKSON, JOHN F. Ordinary of Henry county, to pay school accounts of, 108 JACKSON, SAMUEL. Ordinary of Columbia county, to pay school accounts of, 104 JACKSON ARTILLERY. To incorporate, 388 JACKSON RIFLES. To incorporate, 388 JACKSON, COUNTY OF. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To amend the road laws of, 359 JACKSON COUNTY ACADEMY. Trustees, powers, 78 Name changed to Martin Institute, 78 May use dividend, but not sell or transfer stock, 78 Officers, bond of Treasurer, 78 Treasurer may accept donation, c., 78 Trustees capable of accepting gifts, grants, c., 78 Vacancies, 79 Part of act of 20th Nov., 1818, renewed, 79 JASPER COUNTY. Ordinary of Jasper ex-officio school Commissioner, 95 Oath, bond, 95 List of children between 8 and 18 sent to Governor, 95 Ordinary may draw school fund from State Treasury, fee, 95 Commissioners to appoint some one to find number of children, c., 95 Oath, duty of Grand Jury, 96 Duty of Inferior Court, of Tax Collector, 96 Of Commissioner, of citizens in each neighborhood, 96 Duty of teachers, 96 Duty of commissioner, false oath perjury, 97 Powers of commissioner, Inferior Court may sue commissioner, 97

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Commissioner shall audit all school accounts, 97 Public notice of commissioner, how pay accounts, 97 Those who furnish lists of children, c., to be paid, 97 This act to take effect January 1st, 1860. 98 JEFFERSON BLUES. Provisions of act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 JEFFERSON COUNTY. To compensate the Sheriff in 282 To reduce the Sheriff's bond in, to $10,000, 283 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 JEFFERSON, METHODIST CHURCH OF. Legacy left to protected, c., 116 JENNER MEDICAL SOCIETY. Incorporated, 83 Powers and privileges, 83 Constitution, by-laws, 84 Officers, how appointed, 84 One young man to be educated by, 84 In Oglethorpe Medical College, 84 To be selected by Corporators of College, 84 JOHNSON COUNTY. To reduce the Sheriffs bond in to $8,000, 283 To amend the road laws of, 358 JOHNSON, MARK. Governor to draw his warrant in favor of, 111 JONES, JAMES A. Relief of securities of, 350 JONES, JOHN A. Relief of, 350 JONES, TOLIVER. Landed estate of, may be sold in Harris, 301 JONESBORO' To incorporate, 175 JORDAN, J. C. T. Ordinary of Terrell county to pay school accounts of, 108 JUDGES OF SUPERIOR COURT. Ex-Judges may sign bills of exception in certain cases, 50 May furnish jurors with refreshment in certain cases, 52 JUDGES OF SUPREME COURT. App. of $3,500, to pay salaries of 1860, 11 JUDICIARY. CIRCUITS AND SESSIONS. Time of holding Superior in Lowndes, 41 Time of holding Superior in Brooks, 41 Time of holding Superior in Thomas, 41 Time of holding Inferior in Coffee, 42 Time of holding Inferior in Terrell, 42 Time of holding Superior in Effingham, 42 Time of holding Superior in Walker, 42 Time of holding Inferior in Walker, 42 Time of holding Superior in Dade, 42 Time of holding Superior in Heard, 43 Term two weeks, 43 Two panels to be drawn, 43 Times of holding Inferior in Carroll, 43 Term two weeks, 43 Times of holding Superior in Campbell, 43 Times of holding Superior in Paulding, 43 Times of holding Superior in Floyd, 43 Term three weeks, 43 Times of holding Inferior in Heard, 43 County of Paulding added to Tallapoosa Circuit, 43 All suits to conform to this act, 43

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Times of holding Superior in Pierce, 43 Not to affect past proceedings, 43 Times of holding Inferior in Gordon, 44 All persons, c., to conform to this act, 44 Times of holding Inferior in Randolph, 44 Not to affect existing litigation 44 Times of holding Inferior in Webster, 44 First term to be held on 1st Monday in June, 1860. 44 Times of holding Superior in Glynn, 44 Duties of jurors, witnesses, c., 45 Times of holding Inferior in Dade, 45 Processes returnable accordingly, 45 Times of holding Superior in Richmond, 45 Processes returnable accordingly, 45 Times of holding Superior in Burke, 45 Times of holding Inferior in Floyd, 45 Times of holding Inferior in Emanuel, 45 Times of holding Superior in Wilcox, 45 Times of holding Superior in Telfair, 56 Times of holding Superior in Irwin, 46 Times of holding Superior in Berrien. 46 Business to proceed as formerly, 46 Times of holding Superior in Glynn, 46 Parties, c., to attend, 46 Times of holding Inferior in Wilcox, 46 Proceeding of Superior in Carroll legalized, 46 Sitting of Superior in Quitman legalized, 46 ACTION, PROCEEDINGS AND PARTIES. Act of March 5th, 1856, extended to all suits, 47 Two arbitrators may make an award, 47 Mode of making a new Trustee party to suits, c., 48 Under act of 1854, new trial not to be granted for an immaterial error, 48 Suits against Railroad Companies, 48 Jurors may assess damages in cases of illegality, 49 Parties may be made on motion, c., 49 Representative of deceased plaintiff may be made parties on motion, in writing, 49 Parties how made in suits where Guardians of insane persons die, 49 Act pointing out mode of collecting certain debts amended, 50 Ex-Judges of Superior Courts may sign bills of exception in certain cases, 50 Act of 1856, (limitation of actions) construed, 50 Judiciary act of 1799, amended as to Richmond, 51 Clerks of Conrts to enter appeal in separate book, 51 EXEMPTIONS FROM LEVY AND SALE. Act of 1857, exempting one horse or mule from levy and sale, construed, 51 JURORS. Jurors may be allowed refreshments, 52 How paid for, 52 One panel only, to be drawn for Lumpkin, 52 One panel only, for each week for Stewart, 53

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SECURITIES AND INDORSERS. Securities of bonds of substituted trustees may be relieved, 53 Mode of obtaining relief. 53 Notices of securities and endorsers to be in writing, 54 SLANDER. Certain words made actionable, per se, 54 CITY COURT OF SAVANNAH. Powers of judge of, 55 Election of Solicitor General for eastern circuit, 55 JUSTICES COURTS. Justices courts in Augusta, 56 Jurisdiction extended in Augusta, 56 Jurisdiction extended in McIntosh county, 56 Fees of officers in McIntosh county, 56 Jurisdictional limits of J. P. in Savannah, 56 JUDICIAL GIRCUIT. Paulding county added to Tallapoosa, 43 JURORS. May assess damages in cases of illegality, 49 May receive refreshments, 52 How paid for, 52 For local acts in reference thereto see each co. in index, JUSTIGES GOURTS. In Augusta, 56 Jurisdiction of, extended, 56 Bailable cases, 56 Jurisdiction of J. P. in McIntosh county, 56 Jurisdictional limits of justices courts in Savannah, extended, 56 L. LA FAYETTE. To amend charter of, 178 LA GRANGE, To amend charter of, 179 To authorize Council of to levy tax, 180 LAND, Deed made during adverse possession not to be held as null and void, 24 Certain Deeds made by Executors and Adm'rs made valid, 24 Grants to No. 142, 4th of Pierce Co. corrected, 342 Grants, to No. 421, 10th of Irwin Co. corrected, 342 Head Rights, Laws relating to so far as effects Franklin county, repealed, 343 LATHAM, G. W., Ordinary of DeKalb county, to pay School account of, 105 LAURENS COUNTY. To change the line between Montgomery and, 271 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liqours in, 347 LAWS OF GEORGIA, Commissioners to codify; See Commissioners to codify Laws of Georgia. LAW SCHOOL, LUMPKIN, Incorporated, 84 Powers, 84 Diplomas, 84 Fees, 84 Oath, 84 Graduate may practice Law, 85 LEGISLATURE, Apportionment of Members of, 57 LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION, Granted where notice has not been given at Court House door, legalized, 33 All applications for, must be in writing 35 Duty of Ordinary, as to record of, 35 LIBERTY COUNTY, Guardian of F. E. Winn may pay expenses of, 302 LIBRARIAN, STATE, See State Librarian, LIBRARY STATE, See State Library, LIEN, Of Stone Cutters, 57

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LIME, Freight on, over W. A. R. R., 9 Freight on, over Rail Roads at Atlanta, 9 LIMITATIONS, STATUTE OF, Act of March 6th, 1856, construed, 50 LINCOLN COUNTY, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 LINCOLN VOLUNTEERS, To incorporate, 380 LINCOLNTON, To amend charter of, 181 LINDSAY, SAMUEL, Ordinary of Newton county to pay School account of, 104 LINE, Fla. Ga.; see Fla. Ga. line. LIQUOR, SPIRITUOUS, Penalty for first offence in selling to slaves, c., increased, 60 To prevent the peddling in certain counties. 347 LONG, JOHN, Nicholas A. Long, may act as Executor on the estate of, 303 LONG, NICHOLAS A., May act as Executor on the estate of John Long, 303 LOTTERIES, Tax on, to be paid to State Treasurer, 71 LOUISVILLE, To amend charter of, 182 LOWNDES COUNTY, Times of holding Sup'r Courts in, changed, 41 To remove the county site of, 298 To define the line between Brooks and, 299 LUCY COBB INSTITUTE, Incorporated, 83 Trustees and powers, 83 LUMBER DRIFTING ASSOCIATION, CEDAR CREEK, To incorporate, 255 LUMPKIN, To amend charter of 185 LUMPKIN COUNTY, One panel only of Grand and Petit Jurors to be drawn for, 52 Treasurers of School Districts to pay over unspent funds, 92 If they refuse, Ordinary to collect by execution, 92 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 To amend the Road Laws of 358 Inferior Court may levy an extra tax, 369 LUMPKIN LAW SCHOOL, Incorporated, 84 Powers, 84 Diplomas, 84 Fees, 84 Oath, 84 Graduates may practice Law, 85 LUNATIC ASYLUM, App. $2,400 for salary Sup't and Res't Phys'n, 1860, 12 App. $10,000 to pay servants, c., 1860, 12 App. $15,000 to support pauper patients, 1860, 12 Patients from other States, 12 Report of expenses, c., of 1860, 12 M. MACON. Hebrew Congregation in, incorporated, 116 Council of, may lease certain lands, 186 MACON COUNTY. To change the line between Taylor and, 270 MACON COUNTY VOLUNTEERS. To incorporate, 395 MACON FREE SCHOOL. Name of Bibb county Academy changed to, 79 MACON GUARDS. To incorporate, 389 MADISON. First Presbyterian Church in, charter amended, 117 MANUFACTURING COMPANIES. Cherokee, incorporated 240 Augusta, name of McBean Company changed to, 242 McBean, name of changed to Augusta Factory 242

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Montour, name of Montrose Manufacturing Co. changed to, 242 Montrose, name of changed to Montour Manufacturing Co., 242 Marietta Paper Mill, incorporated, 243 MANUMISSION. Post-mortem of slaves prohibited, 68 MARBLE COMPANIES, Have a lien on their work, 57 MARIETTA PAPER MILL COMPANY. To incorporate, 243 MARION COUNTY. Ord'y of, to pay E. H. Winn's accounts for teaching, 107 Additional compensation to Tax Receiver in, 283 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 To compensate Petit Jurors of, 367 Inferior Court may levy a tax for the same 367 MARSHALL, MARY M. Margaret M. Barclay made sole heir of, 348 MARTIN, W. D. Legacy left by, to Jefferson M. E. Church, protected, c., 116 MARTIN INSTITUTE. Name of Jackson county Academy changed to, 78 McBEAN COMPANY. Name changed to Augusta Factory 242 McCALL, WILLIAM To change the residence of, to Worth county, 275 McCOOL, A. P. Ordinary of Campbell county to pay school accounts of, 106 McCOW, WM. Appropriate $10.70 tax over paid, 16 Senator from DeKalb to draw the same, 16 McINTOSH COUNTY. Jurisdiction of J. P. in, extended, 56 Fees allowed, c., 56 To reduce the Sheriff's bond in, to $10,000, 283 MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK. Name changed to Farmers and Mechanics Bank, 21 Former contracts still binding, 21 Bank notes issued still binding, 21 Suits pending to be prosecuted as begun, 22 MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY. $6 per diem pay of, 14 Mileage, 14 Advances to, 17 Apportionment of, 57 MERRITT, FREDERICK, SEN. To add residence of to Coffee county, 267 MERIWETHER COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To compensate the Grand and Petit Jurors of, 366 Inferior Court may levy a tax for the same, 366 MESSENGER EX. DEPART. Appropriate $600 to pay salary of 1860, 11 MESSENGER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Appropriate $7 per diem, 15 MESSENGER OF THE SENATE. Appropriate $7 per diem, 15 MIDDLE GEORGIA MEDICAL COLLEGE. Incorporated, 85 PowersTrusteesVancanciesQuorum, 85 DiplomaPowers, 86 MILITARY STORE KEEPER AT MILLEDGEVILLE. $150 to pay salary of, 11 MILITARY STORE KEEPER AT SAVANNAH. Appropriate $200 for sal. 1860, 11 MILLEDGEVILLE. $150 to pay salary of Military Store Keeper of, 11

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MILLER COUNTY. To change the line between Early and, 271 To amend the Road Laws in, 359 MILTON COUNTY. To change the line between DeKalb and, 271 To change the line between Gwinnett and, 271 Sheriff's Bond of, reduced to $10,000, 284 To amend the Road Laws in, 359 MINING COMPANIES. Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose, incorporated, 246 Cavender's Creek and Ward's Creek Hydrulic Hose, incorported, 251 Chestatee River and Town Creek Hydrulic Hose, incorporated, 249 Etowah and Auraria Hydraulic Hose, incorporated, 252 Etowah and Battle Branch Hyd'c Hose, incorporated, 248 Ga. Whitepath Gold and Copper Company, incorporated, 256 Owl Town and Coosa Creek, incorporated, 258 Mining companies in White county liable for damages, 260 Yahoola River and Cane Creek Hydraulic Hose, charter of amended, 260 MINING COMPANIES IN WHITE COUNTY, Liable for damages, 260 MITCHELL COUNTY. To change the line between Thomas and, 273 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 MOBLEY, G. G. To change the residence of to Berrien county, 269 MOFFATT, SAMUEL As Executor of Robert Bradford, relieved, 301 MONTGOMERY COUNTY. To change the line between Laurens and, 271 To change the line between Tattnall and, 271 Inferior Court of may sell lots in County Site of, 299 Grave of Gov. Troup in, exempt from taxation, 370 MONROE COUNTY, Entitled to two representatives in General Assembly, 57 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 MONTICELLO. To amend charter of, 188 MONTOUR MANUFACTURING COMPANY. Name of Montrose Manufacturing Company changed to, 242 MONTROSE MANUFACTURING CO. Name of, changed to Montour Manufacturing Co., 242 MONUMENT, To Gov. Jared Irwin to be erected in the public square in Sandersville, 344 MORGAN, WILLIAM To change the residence of to Sumter county, 273 MOULTRIE. To incorporate, 187 MOUNT VERNON ASSOCIATION OF BAPTIST CHURCHES. To incorporate, 119 MT. VERNON INSTITUTE. To incorporate, 119 MURPHY, WILLIAM To change the residence of, to Colquitt, 273 MURRAY COUNTY. 2d Sec. of Act of 1858 amend as to, 93 Elementary to mean spelling, reading, c., 93 Lines of school districts permanently established, 93 How changed, 93 Three Trustees elected annually for each district, 93 VotersElections how managed, 93 Duty of Ordinary, 93 Oath of Trustees, 93 Trustees to be a Board of Examiners, 93

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Certificate, 93 Tru's to locate School Houses, c., 94 Ordinary to pay school fund to Trustees, 94 How pay out, 94 Money for district without school to be put at interest, 94 Districts to be numbered, 94 Vacancies how filled, 94 Trustees to give account of their schools to Ordinary, 94 How Ordinary shall pay teachers for 1859, 94 Districts without schools, money for, to be put at interest, 94 Provisions of this bill applied to Dade, 94 To amend the Road Laws in, 359 Inferior Court of, may levy an extra tax, 370 MUSCOGEE COUNTY, Entitled to two representatives in General Assembly, 57 Ordinary of, to pay teachers of, 1858, 101 Ordinary of may levy extra school tax, 101 Who to be benefitted by this act, 101 Inferior Court may levy extra tax, 371 MUTUAL BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION. To incorporate, 264 MYRICK, RICHARD Relief of, 351 N. NAMES CHANGED, c. Of grown persons may be, 36 Mothers may give consent under certain circumstances, 36 Former cases legalized, 36 NATIONAL ARTILLERY. To incorporate, 390 NEWMAN. To amend charter of, 188 NEWMAN GUARDS. To amend charter of, 392 NEWSOM, BENJAMIN F. To change the residence of to Taylor county, 270 NEW TRIALS. Act of Feb. 20th, 1854, as to, amended, 48 No new trial to be granted for an immaterial error, 48 NEWTON COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Ordinary to pay S. Lindsay's account for teaching, 104 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 To repeal an act of 1825 providing for the appointment of Treasurer in, 279 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 NUNAR, MARY FRANCES Relief of, 351 O. ORDINARIES. May take fees as attorneys at law in certain cases, 18 How to draw common school fund when he neglects his duty, 28 Of Worth to pay John Everett's account, 29 How Ordinaries of all counties to pay teachers, c., 29 Board of Educat'n to consist of, 29 To be Treasurer of Board, 30 Refusing to pay out fund, how dealt with, 30 In default, to pay 20 per cent. on amount, 30 Act of 1856 in regard to, construed, 31 Probate of Wills before, 33 Duty of, 34 To record Probate of, 35 Law in regard to duty of binding out orphans, c., 37 To grant order, c., 37 Duty of, in Habersham county as to school fund, 88 To pay teachers in 1858, c., 89 Of Greene county, to pay certain accounts of 1859, 89

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Of Baldwin county, to pay Mrs. Barnett's and Miss Fair's accounts, 89 of Fannin county, return of election to be made to, c., 91 To pay money to Trustees, c., 91 Of Lumpkin county, to receive school funds from Treasurers, c., 92 In case of refusal, to collect the same by execution, 92 Of Scriven county, duty of, 92 Of Murray county, to change lines of districts, c., 93 To pay school fund to trustees of each district, 94 To number districts, c., 94 Of Jasper county, made exofficio School Commissioners, 95 Oath, bond, c. c., 95 Duty of, as Commissioners, 96 To make report to Grand Jury on oath, c., 97 Audit, pay, c., school accounts, 97 Of Lumpkin county, to administer oath to trustees, 98 Of Gilmer county, to administer oath to trustees, 98 Shall distribute school fund, 99 Duty of, to number districts, c. 99 Of Muscogee county, to pay teachers of 1858, 101 Of Muscogee county, may levy extra school tax, 101 Of Warren county, to pay Miss Dennis' account, 101 Of Butts county, to pay M. J. Gibson's account, 101 Of Fayette county, to pay J. T. Wooten's account, 101 Of Harris county, to pay J. Alexander's account, 102 Of Pike county, to pay school accounts of 1858, 102 Of Henry county, to pay Wm. H. Campbell's account, 102 Of Whitfield, duty of as to school accounts, 102 Of Dade county, duty of as to school accounts, 102 Of Decatur county, only, has the power of paying accounts, 103 Of Gordon county, to make militia districts school districts, 103 Of Gordon county, to appoint three trustees in each district, 103 Of Gordon county, to pay out school fund, 103 Of Talbot county, to pay W. G. Booth's accounts, 104 Of Newton county, to pay S. Lindsay's accounts, 104 Of Cobb county, to pay Thos. Wayland's accounts, 104 Of Columbia county, duty of as to school accounts, 104 Of Hart county, to pay Miss Crow's accounts, 104 Of DeKalb county, to pay J. F. Buchanan's accounts, 105 Of Gwinnett county, to pay J. F. Buchanan's accounts, 105 Of Gwinnett county, to pay other teachers' accounts, 105 Of DeKalb county, to pay G. Latham's accounts, 105 Of Baldwin county, to pay Miss S. Candler's accounts, 105 Of Baldwin county, to pay L. Carrington's accounts, 106 Of DeKalb county, to pay W. A. Stansell's accounts, 106 Of Campbell county, to pay A. P. McCool's accounts, 106 Of Worth county, to pay I. R. Porter's accounts, 107 Of Habersham county, to pay accounts previous to 1859, 107 Of White county, to pay accounts previous to 1859, 107 Of Marion county, to pay E. H. Winn's accounts, 107 Of Talbot county, to pay Calhoun Edward's accounts, 107 Of Terrell county, to pay J. T. C. Jordan's accounts, 108 Of Clinch county, to pay accounts of 1857-8, 108

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Of Henry county, to pay J. F. Jackson's accounts, 108 Of Greene county, to pay Miss Anderson's accounts, 108 Of Greene county, to pay Miss M. E. Hall's accounts, 108 OFFICERS, STATE Additional duties of Comptroller General, 67 Form of tables, 67 Polls in each county, 67 Voters in each county, 67 Children in each county entitled to benefit of educational fund, 67 Amount drawn by each county from treasurer for education, 67 For pay of members, 67 Total amount by each county drawn and paid in, 67 Statistics useful to legislation, 67 $500 for clerk hire, 67 Treasurer and Comptroller General hereafter to report only available funds, 67 Report separately under head Assets belonging to State, 67 W. . A. R. R. to be reported without valuation, 67 Must arrange their books to conform to this act, 68 Darien Bank, W. A. R. R. scrip and uncurrent funds left out if Finance Committee think fit, 68 OGLETHORPE COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 67 OGLETHORPE INS. CO. To incorporate, 235 OGLETHORPE LIGHT INFANTRY. To amend charter of, 385 OGLETHORPE MED. COLLEGE. Jenner Medical Society incorporated, c., 83 ORPHANS. May not be bound out, 37 ORPHANS, ESTATES OF Guardians may use part of principal of, for support, 37 Ordinary first to grant order, 37 Orphans may not be bound out, 37 ORPHANS' HOME OF THE P. E. CHURCH OF CHATHAM COUNTY. Name changed to Orphans' Home of Savannah, 125 Charter amended, 126 ORR, PROF. G. J. To compensate, 13 OSLIN, JESSE Appropriation to, of $5 for extra services, 15 OSTEEN, ABRAHAM Changed to William Osteen, on grant to Lot No. 142, 4th district of Pierce county, 342 OSTEEN, WILLIAM Name of Abraham Osteen, as appears on grant to Lot No. 142, 4th district of Pierce county, changed to, 342 OWL TOWN AND COOSA CREEK MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 258 P. PAGET, LUKE Name of Luke Paggett, on grant to Lot. No. 421. 10th of Irwin changed to, 343 PAPER MILL COMPANY, MARIETTA. To incorporate, 243 , 4 , 5 PARDONS. Francis J. Smith pardoned, 344 PARTNERS. Act of December 11th, 1858, amended as to read copartners, instead of corporations, 50 PATROLS. J. P. of Jasper county road and patrol commissioners in, 345 Board of Police for 15th District G. M. in Liberty county organized, 345 , 6 Act of 1854 in regard to Richmond county amended, 347

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PAULDING COUNTY. Times of holding superior courts in, changed, 43 Added to Tallapoosa circuit, 43 To compensate G. P. Jurors of, 366 Inferior Court may levy a tax for the same, 366 PEACE WARRANTS. Sol. and Atty. Gen. allowed $5 fee in cases of 17 PEDDLERS. Persons selling goods by sample must obtain license, 58 Of $100 at discretion of Inferior Court, 58 Also to pay a tax on goods sold, 58 Penalty for violation, 58 PEDDLERS. To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Baker, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Burke, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Butts, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Chattahoochee, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Clay, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Colquitt, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Decatur, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Dooly, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Early, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Glasscock, 347 To prevent the peddling of speirituous liquors in Glynn, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Greene, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Gwinnett, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Henry, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Houston, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Jefferson, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Laurens, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Lincoln, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Monroe, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Newton, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Pike, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Schley, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Spalding, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Stewart, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Sumter, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Talliaferro, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Terrell, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Troup, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Upson, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Warren, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Webster, 347 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in Wilkes, 347 PENAL CODE. To repeal an act amendatory of the 10th section of the 10th division of, 58

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To explain the 10th section of the 10th division of, 59 To add an additional section to 11th division of, 59 To amend the 13th section of the 13th division of, 60 To change the 18th section of the 14th division of, 60 Trespass on Artificial Fish Ponds punished, 61 Acceptance of bills, c., on cotton, on failure of payment punished, 61 Penalty imprisonment in the Penitentiary, 62 No conviction if cotton was destroyed by accident, 62 Acceptance of bill evidence of receipt of cotton, 62 When bills are drawn and accepted, c., 62 Act of 20th February 1854, making dealing faro a Penitenr'y. offence, repealed, 59 Old act revived, 59 Game of chuck-a-luck indictable, 59 Sec. added to 11th division of penal code, 59 Penalty for first offence in selling liquor to slaves, increased, 60 18th section of 14th division of penal code, changed, 60 Demand for trial, 60 Act of 1792 in regard to religious worship, amended, 62 Public executions abolished, 63 Who may be witnesses, 63 Penalty for violation of this act, 63 Duty of Inferior Court in preparing, c., 63 May levy tax to defray expenses, 63 Or may order it in public, 63 PENITENTIARY. $150 to pay salary of Chaplain of, 12 $5,000 for provisions for 1860, 12 Guard of, to be paid $1, per day besides rations, 63 Guard of, to be paid quarterly, 63 PERRY. Incorporated, 189 Presbyterian church in, incorporated, 115 PHOENIX BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION. To incorporate, 264 5 PHYSICIANS IN McINTOSH CO. Relief of, 351 PIERCE COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 43 Not to effect last proceedings, 43 To change the line between Ware and, 274 Inferior Court may levy an extra tax, 371 PIKE COUNTY. Ordinary of, to pay school accounts of 1856, 102 To distribute the estate of C. S. Pringle in, 302 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 PLANTERS AND MECHANICS BANK OF DALTON. Name changed to Bank of Whitfield, 20 Not to impair existing contracts, 20 PLANTERS BANK OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA. Charter of, extended, 21 All former acts in reference thereto, re-enacted, 21 Liability of stock-holders, 21 PLANTERS' CLUB OF HANCOCK COUNTY. Incorporated, 220 PONDS, FISH. Trespass on artificial, made a misdemeanor, 61 PORTER, J. R. Ordinary of Worth county to pay school accounts of, 107 POUNDS, J. J. Ordinary of Columbia county to pay school accounts of, 104

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POWDER SPRINGS. To incorporate, 196 7 POWDER SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL. To incorporate, 197 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, IN PERRY. Incorporated, 115 PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE. App. for per diem pay of, 14 App. for mileage, 14 PRESIDENT PRO TEM. OF SENATE. App. $7 per diem, 15 PRESTON. To amend charter of, 198 PRINGLE, BARTON S. As executor of G. S. Pringle may destribute said estate, 303 PRINGLE, COLEMAN S. To authorize a distribution of the estate of, 302 3 PRINGLE, JAS. S. App. $250 add'l. compens'n. 14 PRINTING FUND. App. $10,000 for 1860, 11 Gov. to draw warrant in case of deficiency, 11 App. $4,000 to B. N. B. State Printer, 17 Governor to draw the same, 17 PULASKI INSURANCE CO. To incorporate, 236 7 8 PUTNAM COUNTY. To compensate the Petit Jurors of, 367 Inferior court may levy a tax for the same, 367 PYRON, WILLIAM M. Relief of, 352 Q. QUITMAN GOUNTY. Adjourned Term of Superior Gourt in, legalized, 46 To consolidate the offices of Clerk of the Superior and Inferior Gourts in, 284 To amend the road laws of, 359 QUITMAN GUARDS. Incorporated, 492 R. RABUN COUNTY, Inferior Court may levy extra tax, 372 RACKLEY, ELIZA A., Relief of, 352 RACKLEY, WM. S., Relief of, 352 RAIL ROAD COMPANIES, Jurisdiction of Courts over, 48 Suits not to be dismissed for want of jurisdiction, under certain circumstances, 48 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sec. of Act of Jan. 22d, 1852, repealed, 64 Regulations as to putting up posts near crossings of public Roads, 64 As to blowing, c., near such posts, 64 Penalty for neglect, fine of $500 to $1000, 64 President and Directors each guilty of a misdemeanor, and liable to same fine, 64 Negroes employed by Contractors on, exempt from Road duty, c., 65 RAILROADS, CONTRACTORS ON Negroes employed by, exempt from Road duty, c., 65 RAMSAY, R. H., App. $459, for services as Commissioner, 16 RANDOLPH COUNTY, Times of holding Inf'r Courts in, changed, 44 Parties, c., must conform to this Act, 44 To change the line between Clay and, 272 RECEIVERS OF TAX RETURNS, In case of dispute as to value, c., appraisers to be sworn, 70 Returns may be made to Clerk of Superior Court, in certain cases, 71 Duty of Clerk in reference thereto, 72 Clerk's fee for receiving, c., 72 Exemption of $200 value of Mutual, incorporated, 264

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Ph[oelig]nix, incorporated, 264 Savannah, incorporated, 265 SCARBORO' To incorporate, 205 SCHLEY COUNTY. To change the line between Taylor and, 270 To change the line between, Sumter and, 273 To change the line between Taylor and, 273 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 To amend the Road Laws of, 372 Inferior Court of, may levy extra tax, 372 SCOTT RIFLES. To incorporate, 394 SCRIVEN COUNTY. Duty of Ordinary in regard to school fund, 92 To prevent the killing of deer in, until Sept. 1st, 1862, 292 SECRETARIES EX. DEP'T. App. $1250 to pay salaries of, 1860, 11 SECRETARY OF STATE. App. $1600 to pay salary of, 1860, 11 SECRETARY OF THE SENATE. App. $500 for salary, 1860, 14 App. $7 per diem, 14 Proviso, 14 App. $50 contingent expenses 14 SECURITIES AND ENDORSERS. On bonds of substituted Trustees may be relieved, 53 Mode of obtaining relief, 53 Notices of, must be in writing, 54 SENATE CHAMBER. $50 to pay for cleaning, c., 1860, 12 $10 per diem to President of, 13 $7 per diem to President pro tem of, 15 $7 per diem to Door Keeper of, 15 $7 per diem to Messenger of, 15 SENATUS ACADEMICUS, Abolished, 26 SHERIFFS, To make title to free persons of color sold for coming or being brought into this State, 69 To make titles to such as are sold for vagrancy, 69 To make title to property sold under tax fi fa, 70 (For fees of, in certain counties, see each county by name, in index. ) SLANDER. Certain words made actionable. per se, 54 SLAVES AND FREE PERSONS OF COLOR. Penalty for first offence in selling liquor to, increased, 60 Post-mortem manumission of slaves prohibited, 68 Free negroes not to be brought or come into in this State, 68 On violation of this act to be sold into slavery, 68 Sheriff to make titles, 69 Proceeds of sale, 69 Persons bringing into this State, subject to indictment, 69 Penalty, fine $1000, and imprisonment in Jail 12 m's, 69 Proviso as to those brought into State within 6 months, 69 Sup'r Courts to have jurisdiction in all cases under this act, 69 Burden of proof to rest in free person of color, 69 Colored seamen excepted from this Act, 69 Vagrancy in free persons of color indictable, 69 Penalty, to be sold into slavery for a time at the discretion of Court for first offence, 69 For sec'd to be sold absolutely, 69 Manner of sale, 69 Sheriff to make titles, 69 Affidavit to be made by pur. 70 SMITH, D. M. Relief of, 354

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SMITH, FRANCIS I. Pardon of, 344 SMITH, G. W. Relief of, 354 SMITH, J. C. Relief of, 355 SMITH, JNO. T. App. $500 for services in obtaining weights, c., 16 SOLICITORS GENERAL, $250 to pay salary of, 1860, 11 Governor may pay fees of, 11 Allowed $5 fee in case of Peace Warrants, 17 To be paid by the party losing the case, 17 Time of election of, changed, 32 SOUTHERN BOTANICO MEDICAL COLLEGE. Charter of, so amended as to authorize the granting of licenses to practice medicine, to graduates, 85 SOUTHERN CENTRAL AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. Name changed, 220 SOUTHERN RIGHTS GUARDS. To incorporate, 394 SPALDING COUNTY. To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 SPARTA. To regulate the liquor traffic in, 290 SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REP. App. for per diem pay of, 13 App. for mileage of, 14 SPEAKER PRO TEM OF HOUSE OF REP. App. $7 per diem, 15 SPIRITUOUS LIQUOR. Penalty, for first offence in selling to slaves, c., increased, 60 To prevent the peddling of, in certain counties, 347 SPRING VALE INSTITUTE, Incorporated, 80 Powers, 80 Prop'ty now individually held vested in Trustees, 80 Power to increase their number, c., 80 To make rules, c., 80 STAMPER, MARTIN W. Added to the county of Clay, 268 STANSELL, WILLIAM A. Ordinary of DeKalb to pay school acc'ts of, 106 STATE AG'L. SOCIETY OF GA. Name of So. Cen. Ag'l Soc., changed to, 220 STATE BONDS: Gov. to invest money given by Will, c., for educational purposes, 27 And issue State Bonds for same, 27 Of which the principal is never to be paid, 27 STATE FOUNDRY, Gov. to obtain information, c., in regard to establishing of, 66 And rep't to next Ses. of Leg. 66 May appoint 1 or more Commissioners to carry out this act, 66 STATE HOUSE CLOCK. App. $50 to repair c., 1860, 104 STATE HOUSE GUARD. App. $1200 to pay for, 1860, 12 STATE HOUSE OFFICERS. To pay salaries of, 1860, 11 Additional duties of Comp'l General, 67 Form of tables, 67 Polls in each county, 67 Voters in each county, 67 Children in each county entitled to benefits of ed'l fund, 67 Am't drawn from Treas. by each county for education, 67 For pay of members, 67 Total am't by each county drawn and paid in, 67 Statistics useful to Legislation, 67 $500 for clerk's hire, 67 Treas'r and Comp'l Gen'l hereafter to rep't only available funds, 67 Rep't separately under head Assets belonging to State, 67 W. . A. Railroad to be rep'd without valuation, 67

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Must arrange their books to conform to this act, 68 Darien Bank, W. A. R. R. Scrip, and uncurrent funds left out if Finance Com. think fit, 68 STATE LIBRARIAN. Appropriation to, of $800 for salary of 1860, 12 STATE LIBRARY. Appropriation of $1,000 to increase 1860, 12 STATE PRINTERBOUGHTON, NISBET BARNES. Appropriation to, of $4,000, part of printing fund, 1859, 17 Governor to draw the same, 17 STATE ROAD. Freight on lime over, 9 To be reported in Treasurer's report without assessed value, 67 Scrip of to be left out also, if Finance Committee see fit, 68 Dalton and Gadsden Railroad may connect with, 313 STATE TREASURER. Appropriation of $1600 to pay salary of 1860, 11 STATE TREASURY. Governor to deposit money given by will. c., for educational purposes in, 27 STATESVILLE. To incorporate, 200 STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS. Act of March, 6th, 1856, construed, 50 STATUTES AND FORMS. Appropriation of $15,000 to pay balance of State subscription, 13 STEWART, JONATHAN To change the residence of to Schley county, 270 STEWART COUNTY. One panel only of Petit Jurors for each week of Superior Court, 53 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To regulate the sale of spirituous liquors in, 293 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 To amend the road laws of, 359 STEWART VOLUNTEERS. Incorporated, 72 May make by-laws, 72 Corporate powers, 72 Courts Martial and of Enquiry, 73 Exemption from patrol and militia duty, 73 Evidence of membership, 73 Governor to furnish arms, c., to corps, 73 ST. MARYS. To amend charter of, 203 STONE CUTTERS. Have a lien on their work, 57 STUCKEY, W. M. To change the residence of to Taylor county, 273 SUMMERVILLE. To incorporate, 204 SUMTER COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To change the line between Taylor and, 273 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 To amend the road laws of, 359 Inferior Court may levy an extra tax, 373 SUMTER LIGHT GUARD. Provisions of act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 SUP'T GEORGIA MILITARY INSTITUTE. Appropriation to, of $2,500 for salary of 1860, 13 SUP'R AND INF'R COURTS. SUPERIOR COURTS. Times of holding in Lowndes, 41 Times of holding in Brooks, 41 Times of holding in Thomas, 41 Times of holding in Effingham, 42 Times of holding in Walker, 42 Times of holding in Dade, 42

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Times of holding in Heard, 43 Times of holding in Carroll, 43 Term two weeks, 43 Two panels to be drawn, 43 Times of holding in Campbell, 43 Times of holding in Paulding, 43 Times of holding in Floyd, 43 Term three weeks, 43 Times of holding in Pierce, 43 Not to affect past proceedings, 43 Times of holding in Glynn changed, 44 Duties of witnesses, jurors, parties, c., 45 Times of holding in Richmond changed, 45 All processes, c., returnable accordingly, 45 Times of holding in Burke, 45 Times of holding in Wilcox, 45 Times of holding in Telfair, 46 Times of holding in Irwin, 46 Times of holding in Berrien, 46 All business returnable accordingly, 46 Times of holding in Glynn, 46 All parties, business, returnable accordingly, 46 Proceedings of second week of, in Carroll, legalized, 46 Sitting of Quitman, legalized, 46 INFERIOR COURTS. When held in Coffee, 42 When held in Terrell, 42 When held in Walker, 42 When held in Heard, 43 When held in Gordon, 44 All persons, c., shall conform to this act, 44 Times of holding, in Randolph, 44 Parties, c. to conform to this act, 44 Times of holding, in Webster, 44 First term to be held on 2d Monday in June, 1860, 44 Times of holding in Dade, 45 Processes returnable accordingly, 45 Times of holding in Floyd, 45 Times of holding in Emanuel, 45 Times of holding in Wilcox, 46 Processes returnable accordingly, 46 SUPERIOR COURTS. Not to grant new trials for immaterial errors, 48 To have jurisdiction of cases arising under act to prevent free persons of color from coming into the State of Georgia, 69 Also, of cases, under act, to define and punish vagrancy in free persons of color, c., 69 Returns of taxable property may be made to Clerk of, in certain cases, 71 Duty of Clerk in reference thereto, 72 His fee for receiving, 72 SUPREME COURT. $3,500 to pay salaries of Judges of, 1860, 11 $1,000 to pay salary of Reporter of, 1860, 11 $100 to pay Clerk of, for stationery, c, 1860, 12 Not to grant new trials for immaterial errors, 48 SUPREME COURT, REP'R OF, App. of $3 per vol. for vols. hereafter to be furnished to the State, 109 App. of $3 per vol. for vols. hereafter to be furnished to the State over 120 copies, 109 Governor to draw his warrant for the same, 109 SUP'T AND RESID'T PHYSICIAN LUNATIC ASYLUM. App. $2,400 for salary of, 1860, 12 Report of, to Governor, 12 SURVEYOR GENERAL. App. $1600 to pay sal'y, 1860, 11 SWEATT, WILLIAM F. To change the residence of, to Ware county, 274 SWINDLING, CHEATING, c., An additional section added to 11th Div. of Penal Code, 59 SYLVANIA. To incorporate, 204

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T. TALBOT COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Ordinary of, to pay W. G. Boothe's accounts for teaching, 104 Ordinary of, to pay Calhoun and Edwards's accounts for teaching, 107 TALIAFERRO COUNTY. To compensate managers of elections in, 294 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 TATTNALL COUNTY. To change the line between Montgomery and, 271 To change the line between Emanuel and, 272 Inferior Court may levy an extra tax, 373 TAX. Inferior Court may levy extra, to defray expenses of executions of criminals, 63 Appraisers to be sworn, 70 Title to be made by Sheriff or Court when sold under tax fi. fa., 70 On Lotteries and Insurance Companies to be paid to State Treasurer, 71 Also tax on Express Companies, 71 Penalty for neglect, 71 Act to regulate Agencies of, for Ins. Coms. in this State postponed in its operation until December 1st, 1860, 71 Return of taxable property may be made to, Clerk Sup. Court, in certain cases, 71 Duty of Clerk in reference thereto, 72 Clerk's fee for receiving return, 72 Exemptions of $200 00, value of taxable property not allowed to non-resident tax payers, 72 Cobb county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 362 Coffee county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 363 Dade county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 363 Dawson county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 364 Dougherty county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 365 Early county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 367 Gilmer county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 368 Haralson county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 368 Lumpkin county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 369 Macon county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 365 Merriwether county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 365 Montgomery county, Grave of Gov. Troup, exempt from taxation, 370 Murray county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 370 Muscogee county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 371 Paulding county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 366 Pierce county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 370 Putnam county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 367 Rabun county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 372 Richmond county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 372 Schley county, Inf. Court may levy extra, 372 Sumter county, Inferior Court may levy extra, 373 Tattnall county, Infr. Court may levy extra, 373 Terrell county, Infr. Court may levy extra, 367 Ware county, Infr. Court may levy extra, 374 Wayne county, Infr. Court may levy extra, 374

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TAX RECIEVER. In case of dispute as to value, c., appraisers to be sworn, 70 Returns may be made to Clks. of Superior Court in certain cases, 71 Duty of Clerk in reference there-to, 72 Clerk's fee for receiving, c., 72 Exemption of $200 00 value of property not allowed to non-resident tax payers, 72 TAYLOR, E. H. To change the residence of, 274 TAYLOR, J. T. App. $300, additional compensation, 14 TAYLOR COUNTY. To change the line between Macon and, 270 To change the line between Schley and, 273 To change the line between Schley and, 270 TEACHERS OF POOR CHILDREN. Ordinary of Muscogee county to pay teachers of, 1853, 101 Ordinary of Warren county to pay Miss Dennis, 101 Ordinary of Fayette county, to pay J. T. Wooten, 101 Ordinary of Harris county to pay John Alexander, 102 Ordinary of Pike county to pay accounts of 1858, 102 Ordinary of Henry county, to pay W. H. Campbell, 102 Ordinary of Decatur county, to pay certain teachers, 103 Act of March 5th, 1856, construed, 103 Ordinary of Gordon county, to make school districts, c., 103 Ordinary of Talbot county, to pay W. G. Boothe, 104 Ordinary of Newton county to pay S. Lindsay, 104 Ordinary of Cobb county, to pay Thomas Wayland, 104 Ordinary of Columbia county, to pay Samuel Jackson, 104 Ordinary of Columbia county, to pay J. J. Pounds, 104 Ordinary of Hart county, to pay Miss C. Crow, 104 Ordinary of DeKalb county, to pay J. F. Buchanan, 105 Ordinary of Gwinnett county, to pay J. F. Buchanan, 105 Ordinary of Gwinnett county, to pay other teachers, 105 Ordinary of DeKalb county, to pay G. W. Latham, 105 Ordinary of Baldwin county, to pay Miss S. Candler, 105 Ordinary of Baldwin county, to pay L. Carrington, 106 Ordinary of DeKalb county, to pay W. A. Stansell, 106 Ordinary of Campbell county, to pay A. P. McCool, 106 Inferior Court of Calhoun county, may appoint Board of examiners, 106 Ordinary of Worth county, to pay J. R. Porter, 107 Ordinary of Habersham county must pay accounts prior to, 1859, 107 Ordinary of White county must pay accounts prior to 1859, 107 Ordinary of Marion county, to pay E. H. Winn, 107 Ordinary of Talbot county, to pay Calhoun and Edwards, 107 Ordinary of Terrell county, to pay J. C. T, Jordan, 108 Ordinary of Clinch county, to pay accts. of 1857 and 1858, pro-rata, 108 Ordinary of Henry county, to pay J. F. Jackson, 108 Ordinary of Greene county, to pay Miss Andrews, 108 Ordinary of Greene county, to pay Miss Hall, 108 TELFAIR COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 46 Processes, c., returnable to same, 46

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TERHUNE, WM. B. App. $50 lapsed appr. of 1857, 15 TERRELL COUNTY. Times of holding Infr. Courts in, changed, 42 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 To amend the road laws of, 359 To compensate Grand and Petit Jurors of, 366 Inferior Court may levy a tax for the same, 366 THANKSGIVING DAY, COMMITTEE ON. App. $39 to Chairman of, 15 THOMAS, BENJAMIN. To add the residence of Appling county, 266 THOMAS COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To change the line between Colquitt and, 273 To change the line between Mitchell and, 274 To authorize a subscription of stock to the S. G. F. R. R., by, 295 THOMASVILLE. To amend charter of, 142 THOMSON. To incorporate, 206 THOMSON, W. J. Relief of, 354 TOLL BRIDGES. Boards indicating rates of ferriage, c., must be put up at, 65 Penalty for failure, 66 Excessive charge, penalty, $10, 66 Violation subjects offender to indictment, 66 TOWNS, G. W. To change the residence of, to Catoosa county, 275 TREASURER. Ord, to be of, Bd. of Ed. 30 TREASURER, COUNTY. Certain duties prescribed, 25 TREASURER, STATE. Report of, 67 TRENTON. To repeal charter of, 209 TRIAL, DEMAND FOR. Amendments of 14th div. of Penal Code thereto, 60 TRIALS, NEW. Act of Feb. 20th, 1854, as to, amended, 48 No new trial to be granted for an immaterial error, 48 TRIMBLE, A. C. Ad'rx. of A. M. Hamilton, may sell negroes of estate, 305 TROUP COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 To amend the road laws in, 359 TRUSTEES. Mode of making, parties to suits, c., 48 Securities on lands of substituted, may obtain relief, 53 Mode of obtaining it, 53 TURNPIKE ROADS. Boards indicating rates of toll must be put up at, c., 65 U. UNION INVINCIBLES, Provisions of Act incorporating Stewart Volunteers, extended to, 73 UNION MALE AND FEMALE ACADEMY, Corporators, 82 Name and style, 82 Powers conferred, 82 Perpetual succession, 82 Filling vacancies, 82 Holding real personal estate, 82 To make by-laws regulations, 82 To appoint Teachers Officers, 82 To establish rates of tuition, 82 U. S. SENATORS FROM GA., Time of election of, prescribed, 31 UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Sen. Academicus of abolished, 26 Duty of Board of Trustees, 26 Gov. to lay report of Board of Trustees before Gen. Ass., 26 Powers of Board of Trustees, 26 Board of Visitors, 27

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UPSON COUNTY, To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 UPSON GUARD, To incorporate, 396 V. VAGRANCY, Of free persons of color defined, 69 Indictable, 69 Penalty, to be sold into slavery for a time, at the discretion of Court, for first offence, 69 For second to be sold absolutely, 69 Manner of sale, 69 Sheriff to make title, 69 Affid't to be made by purchaser, 70 VAUGHN, JACKSON, Relief of, 350 VOLUNTEER COMPANIES, App. $75,000 to arm and equip, 11 Stewart Volunt'rs incorporated, 72 May make by-laws, 72 Corporate powers, 72 Courts Martial and of Enquiry, 73 Exemptions from Patrol and Militia duty, 73 Evidence of Membership, 73 Gov. to fur. arms c., to Corps, 73 Prov'ns of this Act extended to, Clayton Volunteers, 73 Sumter Light Guard, 73 Butler Guards, 73 Jefferson Blues, 73 Frank. Co. M't'd Vol. Cav., 73 Dahlonega Blues, 73 Union Invincibles, 73 White Oak Mount. Rangers, 73 Banks Co., Guards, 73 Dalton Guards, 73 All Vol. Corps in the State, 74 Acc't of Cherokee Volunteers, how audited, 74 Time for auditing the same extended to Jan. 1st, 1862, 74 Atlanta Greys, to incor., 376 Bainbridge Vols, to incor., 375 Clayton Vols., to incor., 376 Cuthbert Rifles, to incor., 378 Dawson Guards, to incor., 378 Dawson Vols., to incor., 395 Delhigh Rangers, to incor., 392 Floyd Cavalry, to incor., 380 Ft. Gaines Guards, to incor., 380 Gate City Guards, to incor., 382 Georgia Greys, to incor., 383 Georgia Hussars to incor., 384 Gov's Guards, to incor., 385 Gov's Horse Guards, to incor., 377 Gov's Horse Guards, to incor., 395 Griffin Light Guard to amend charter of, 386 Hanc'k Troop of Cav., to incor., 386 Hancock Van Guard, to incor., 386 Home Guards, to incor., 388 Jackson Artillery, to incor., 388 Jackson Rifles, to incor., 388 Lincoln Vols., to incor., 380 Macon County Vols., to incor., 395 Macon Guards, to incor., 389 National Artillery, to incor., 390 Newnan Guards, to amend charter of, 392 Oglethorpe Light Infantry, to amend charter of, 385 Quitman Guards, to incor., 392 Rep. Blues to amend charter of, 393 Savannah Volunteer Guards, to amend charter of, 393 Scott Rifles, to incor., 394 Southern Rights Guards, to incor., 394 Upson Guards, to incor., 396 Vol. Reg., name of Independent Vol. Bat., of Sav., changed to, 397 Walton Guards, to incor., 379 Young Guard, to incor., 379 VOLUNTEER REGIMENT, Name of Independent Vol. Battallion, of Sav., changed to, 397 W. WALKER COUNTY. Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 42 Times of holding Inferior Courts in, changed, 42 Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Manner of usuing school fund of, 90 To change the line between Whitfield and, 274 WALTON COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57

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Adm'r. of R. J. Culbreath may pay over to the widow her distributive share, 303 WALTON GUARDS. To incorporate, 379 WARE COUNTY. To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 WARESBOROUGH. To amend charter of, 184 5 WARREN COUNTY. Ordinary of, to pay Miss Dennis for teaching, 101 To compensate the managers of elections in, 297 To prevent the peddling of spirituous liquors in, 347 WARRENTON. To incorporate, 210 , 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , WASHINGTON. To amend charter of, 217 , 8 , WASHINGTON COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 N. A. Long of Florida, may act as executor on estate of John Long, 303 WAYLAND, THOMAS Ordinary of Cobb co. to pay school accounts of, 104 WAYNE COUNTY. To compel non-residents to pay a tax on stock cattle in, 297 To amend the road laws in, 360 Inferior court may levy extra tax, 374 WEBSTER COUNTY. Times of holding Inferior Courts in, changed, 44 First term in 1860 to be held on 2nd Monday in June, 44 To prevent the peddling of spiritous liquors in, 347 WEIGHTS, c. App. $500 to Jno. T. Smith for obtaining, 150 WELLBORN, JOHNSON P. App. $95 to reimburse for money paid twice, c. 113 WELLBORN, M. J. App. $50 for services as Visitor to Georgia University, 15 WELLS, EVERETT, HEIRS OF App. $726 to reimburse for loss of lot of land, c., 112 WESTERN ATLANTIC RAIL ROAD. Freight of lime over, 9 To be reported in Treasurers Report without assessed value, 67 Scrip of, to be left out also, if Finance Committee see fit, 68 Dalton and Gadsden R. R. may connect with. 313 WHITE COUNTY. To reduce the Sheriff's bond of, to $5,000, 285 Ordinary of to pay school acct's. previous to 1859, 107 Mining co's. in for damages, 260 WHITE, JOSEPH Relief of, 354 WHITE OAK MOUNTAIN RANGERS. Provisions of act incorporating Stewart Volunteers extended to, 73 WHITFIELD COUNTY. Entitled to two Representatives in General Assembly, 57 Duty of Ordinary of, as to paying school accounts, 102 To change the line between Walker and, 274 To change the line between Catoosa and, 275 WHITFIELD, BANK OF Name of Planters Mechanics Bank of Dalton changed to, 20 Not to impair existing contracts, 20 WILCOX COUNTY. Added to 2nd Congressional District, 23 Times of holding Superior Courts in, changed, 45 Processes, c., returnable accordingly, 46 Times of holding Inferior Courts in, changed, 46 Parties, c., to conform, 46 To provide for the election of Treasurer in, 276 Offices of Tax Collector and Receiver consolidated, 285 To regulate Tavern licenses in, 297 To compel non-residents to pay tax on stock cattle in, 297 To amend the road laws of, 361 WILKES COUNTY. Admr's, may sell the estate of W. Q. Anderson, 304 Admr's. may sell the real estate of Thos. Favor, 304 Peddling spirituous liquors in, prohibited, 347

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WILLIAMSON, WILLIAM T. App. $300 to pay for recording House Journal of 1851-2, 109 WILLS. Money given for education to be received by the Governor, 27 Application for probate of, must be in writing, 33 Legatees to be notified of application, 34 Service of notice how perfected, 34 To be propounded within three months after death of testator, 34 Testimony in case of probate may be taken by interrogatories, 34 Guardian ad litem, 34 Right of appeal to Superior Court, 35 Act to take effect 1st May 1860, 35 WIND, GEORGE F. Relief of the securities of, 354 WINN, E. H. Ordinary of Marion county to pay school accounts of, 107 WINN, FLORENCE E. May receive from her guardian a sufficient amount to support her, 302 WOOTEN, J. T. Ordinary of Fayette county to pay school accounts of, 101 WORSHIP, RELIGIOUS Act of Dec. 13th, 1792, protecting, c., amended, 62 WORTH COUNTY. Ordinary to pay John Everett's account, 29 Ordinary to pay J. R. Porter's account for teaching, 107 To change the line between Colquitt and, 275 WRIT OP HABEAS CORPUS, Judge of city court of Savannah may issue, 55 Y. YAHOOLA RIVER AND CANE CREEK HYDRAULIC HOSE MINING COMPANY. To incorporate, 260 , 1 , 2 , YOUNG, JAMES, ESTATE OF. How it may be sold, 300 YOUNG, JAMES, JR. As adm'r. of James Young may sell estate of, 300 YOUNG GUARD. To incorporate, 379